Lovella Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lovella is a name of Latin origin, meaning 'love.' It evolved from the Latin word 'amor' and has developed into a modern English name. The name is characterized by its gentle and affectionate traits, with no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 20th century as a unique feminine name.
The name Lovella is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West 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, Lovella has been stalled for female in MidWest, 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 South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lovella' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1496th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1639th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3091st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6305th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 20558th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 15598th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5746th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lovella' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lovella"
Pronunciation
/ləˈvɛl.ə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Lovella is derived from the Latin word 'amor,' which means 'love.' It combines the affectionate quality of love with a feminine suffix, giving it a gentle and endearing character.
Meaning
love
Language Evolution
Amor (Latin), Lovella (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Lovella gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a unique and modern name that evokes warmth and affection.
Variants & Derivatives
Love, Lovie, Lovey
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Lovella is perceived as a sweet and romantic name, often associated with kindness and warmth. It is considered a modern and somewhat whimsical choice for baby girls.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lovella"
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 "Lovella"
"Lovella" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1496th of 9107 | 503 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1639th of 9204 | 435 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3091st of 12526 | 274 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6305th of 19264 | 118 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 20558th of 27321 | 16 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 15598th of 35406 | 71 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5746th of 30306 | 262 |
Regional Popularity of "Lovella" 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 "Lovella" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
100.00% 1416th/1416 |
- |
80.39% 1902nd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
81.68% 1922nd/2353 |
- |
| 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) |
- | - | - |
70.49% 4424th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lovella"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lovella" 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.