Lavalle Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: lah-VAL //ləˈvæl//
Origin: French; Spanish
Meaning: French: 'from the valley'; Spanish: 'valley'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lavalle has its roots in the Old French word "val," meaning "valley." This term evolved from the Latin "vallis," which also signifies a valley or a low-lying area. The transition from Latin to Old French occurred during the medieval period, particularly as the Norman influence spread across England following the Norman Conquest in 1066.
The name Lavalle likely entered the English lexicon through the integration of Norman French into the English language, particularly in regions where French-speaking settlers established communities. Historically, the name Lavalle may have been associated with geographical features, as many surnames derived from locations or topographical elements.
The use of surnames became more common in England during the late Middle Ages, particularly in the 13th century, as populations grew and the need for distinguishing individuals increased. While specific historical figures bearing the name Lavalle are not widely documented, the name's connection to the landscape reflects a broader tradition of naming practices that emphasize nature and locality.
Culturally, names derived from geographical features like Lavalle often carry connotations of stability and rootedness, symbolizing a connection to the earth and one's heritage. Such names can evoke a sense of belonging and identity tied to specific regions or landscapes.
The name may also have variations or diminutive forms, although these are less commonly noted in historical texts. Overall, Lavalle exemplifies a lineage of names that reflect the interplay between language, geography, and cultural identity throughout history.
Fictional characters named Lavalle
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Lavalle is a fictional character from the video game series The Last of Us. They are a member of the Fireflies, a revolutionary militia group fighting against the oppressive military regime in a post-apocalyptic world.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lavalle was first seen in the United States in 1934.
Lavalle has ranked as high as #10735 nationally, which occurred in 1986, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Lavalle has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Lavalle is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Lavalle was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Lavalle.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1996 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1993 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1992 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1991 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1989 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1986 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1981 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1980 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1979 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1973 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1972 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1970 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1961 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1956 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1953 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1952 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1951 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1949 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1934 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
Top States for Lavalle
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