Lawana Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lawana is an American name that means 'bright' or 'fair.' It has evolved from names like Lana and Alana and reflects a trend for unique names in the mid-20th century. The name has no biblical relevance and is currently viewed as modern and creative.
The name Lawana is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers 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, Lawana 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, 'Lawana' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2895th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1348th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1296th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1735th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6782nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Lawana' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lawana"
Pronunciation
/ləˈwɑːnə/
Origin
American
Etymology
Lawana is believed to be a modern creation, possibly derived from the name 'Lana,' which itself is a diminutive form of 'Alana,' meaning 'bright' or 'fair.'
Meaning
bright, fair
Language Evolution
Lana, Alana, Lawana
Historical Usage
Lawana gained popularity in the mid-20th century as a unique feminine name in the United States, reflecting a trend for creative and modern names during that time.
Variants & Derivatives
Lana, Alana, Lawan
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Lawana is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
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Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 87 peak births in 1971
Geographic Spread
Popular across 15 US states, with strongest presence in Oklahoma
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lawana"
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 "Lawana"
"Lawana" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2895th of 9107 | 174 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1348th of 9204 | 595 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1296th of 12526 | 1,209 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1735th of 19264 | 867 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6782nd of 27321 | 178 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Lawana" 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 "Lawana" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
68.22% 1614th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
100.00% 1546th/1546 |
- |
42.63% 1003rd/2353 |
66.32% 1026th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
64.57% 1438th/2227 |
- |
37.57% 1072nd/2853 |
41.30% 1146th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
79.43% 2333rd/2937 |
62.16% 2165th/3483 |
41.79% 1470th/3518 |
43.60% 1763rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
- |
94.19% 4892nd/5194 |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lawana"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lawana" 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.