Lavonda Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lavonda is a modern American name that combines the feminine prefix 'La-' with 'Vonda', a variation of 'Rhonda'. It embodies traits of beauty and grace. The name gained popularity in the U.S. during the 1960s and 1970s. It has no biblical background but is associated with a warm and feminine image. Notably, Lavonda Williams is a recognized artist.
The name Lavonda is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lavonda has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lavonda' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4931st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1939th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1432nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1228th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2733rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 17274th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Lavonda' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lavonda"
Pronunciation
/ləˈvɒndə/
Origin
American English
Etymology
Lavonda is a modern name that likely derives from the combination of 'La-' prefix, often used in names to denote femininity, and 'Vonda', which is a variant of the name 'Rhonda'.
Meaning
the name is often associated with beauty and grace.
Language Evolution
Rhonda, Vonda, Lavonda
Historical Usage
Lavonda emerged as a name in the mid-20th century, becoming more popular in the 1960s and 1970s in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Vonda, Rhonda, Lavon
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lavonda is perceived as a unique and vintage name, often associated with warmth and femininity.
Famous People
Lavonda Williams, an American artist known for her contributions to contemporary art.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lavonda"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Lavonda"
"Lavonda" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4931st of 9107 | 54 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1939th of 9204 | 332 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1432nd of 12526 | 1,005 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1228th of 19264 | 1,488 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2733rd of 27321 | 650 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 17274th of 35406 | 57 |
Regional Popularity of "Lavonda" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Lavonda" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
69.78% 1642nd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
55.14% 1228th/2227 |
- |
39.40% 1124th/2853 |
75.53% 2096th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
43.04% 1264th/2937 |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
23.11% 813th/3518 |
50.20% 2030th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
63.69% 2347th/3685 |
- |
39.37% 2045th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lavonda"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lavonda" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.