Luverne Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Luverne is a name with Latin roots meaning 'the place of the river'. It has evolved from its historical form 'Luverna' to its modern usage. The name is linked to various towns and is seen as embodying traits of charm and connection to nature. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with the name.
The name Luverne is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest 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, Luverne has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Luverne' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1180th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1441st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3906th out of 7552 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1377th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2454th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7217th out of 12526 names. Discover how the name 'Luverne' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Luverne"
Pronunciation
/luːˈvɜrn/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Luverne is derived from the Latin word 'luverna', which is thought to mean 'the place of the river'.
Meaning
river place
Language Evolution
Luverne (modern form), Luverna (Latin form)
Historical Usage
Luverne gained popularity in the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, often associated with various towns named Luverne.
Variants & Derivatives
Luvurne, Luverne
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Luverne is considered unique and is often associated with small-town charm and natural beauty.
Famous People
Luverne Seifert, an American actor, Luverne Decker, a notable figure in local governance
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Luverne"
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 "Luverne"
"Luverne" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1180th of 7545 | 575 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1441st of 6773 | 416 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3906th of 7552 | 75 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1377th of 9107 | 570 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2454th of 9204 | 231 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7217th of 12526 | 46 |
Regional Popularity of "Luverne" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
30.23% 428th/1416 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
32.66% 505th/1546 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
46.88% 1044th/2227 |
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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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Luverne" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
42.37% 600th/1416 |
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82.46% 1951st/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
65.14% 1007th/1546 |
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77.52% 1824th/2353 |
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| 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) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Luverne"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Luverne" 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.