Louvenia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Louvenia originates from the Latin name Lavinia, which is linked to the concept of purity and cleanliness. The name has evolved from Lavinia to Louvenia over time. It gained popularity in the 19th and 20th centuries and is now viewed as a classic and elegant name. There is no direct biblical relevance associated with the name.
The name Louvenia is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation 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, Louvenia has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Louvenia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 875th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 954th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1594th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5335th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12827th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Louvenia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Louvenia"
Pronunciation
/luːˈviːniə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Louvenia is derived from the Latin name 'Lavinia', which is believed to be related to the ancient city of Lavinium in Italy. The name itself may have roots in the word 'lavare', meaning 'to wash'.
Meaning
purity, cleanliness
Language Evolution
Lavinia, Louvenia
Historical Usage
Louvenia gained popularity in the 19th and 20th centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine variant of Lavinia.
Variants & Derivatives
Lavinia, Luvinia, Louvina
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Louvenia is considered a unique and vintage name, often associated with elegance and a classic charm.
Famous People
Louvenia M. C. McCoy, an American educator and civil rights activist, Louvenia F. Williams, a notable figure in the arts
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Louvenia"
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 "Louvenia"
"Louvenia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 875th of 9107 | 1,200 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 954th of 9204 | 1,067 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1594th of 12526 | 814 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5335th of 19264 | 155 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12827th of 27321 | 58 |
Regional Popularity of "Louvenia" 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 "Louvenia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
25.11% 594th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
24.86% 585th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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33.58% 958th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Louvenia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Louvenia" 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.