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Summary

Lawanda is a modern American name likely derived from a combination of 'Lana' and 'Wanda', emphasizing individuality. It has evolved from these names and gained popularity in the mid-20th century. It does not have biblical relevance, but it is regarded as a distinctive name.

The name Lawanda is most popular in Mississippi, 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 Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Lawanda 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, 'Lawanda' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10102nd out of 10718 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1944th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 896th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 843rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 513th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1414th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 13441st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lawanda' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.