Lashon Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationlah-SHON / lɑːˈʃɒnHebrew; African American Vernacular English
Meaning
Hebrew: 'tongue'; African American Vernacular English: 'to speak'
Historical & Cultural Background
Lashon is derived from the Hebrew word for 'tongue' and is often associated with speech and communication. In African American Vernacular English, it can signify the act of speaking or expressing oneself. The name reflects cultural significance in both Hebrew traditions and contemporary African American communities.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lashon was first seen in the United States in 1966. Lashon has ranked as high as #1042 nationally, which occurred in 1974, and has been most popular in Illinois, New York, Michigan, California, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Lashon has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lashon (1977)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 15 |
| 1969 | 14 |
| 1970 | 11 |
| 1971 | 34 |
| 1972 | 30 |
| 1973 | 25 |
| 1974 | 40 |
| 1975 | 26 |
| 1976 | 27 |
| 1977 | 19 |
| 1978 | 19 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 21 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 16 |
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 6 |