Lavan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationLAH-vahn / ˈlɑː.vɑnHebrew; Sanskrit
Meaning
Hebrew: white; Sanskrit: to shine
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew tradition, Lavan is associated with the biblical figure Laban, who was the brother of Rebecca and a significant character in the Genesis narrative. The name has been used in various cultures, reflecting different meanings and associations. In some contexts, it is linked to purity and brightness due to its meaning in Hebrew.
Trend Summary
The name Lavan has seen limited popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lavan
- Lavanah
International Variants
- Lavan (Hebrew)
- Lavan (Sanskrit)
Famous people named Lavan
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Fictional characters named Lavan
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lavan was first seen in the United States in 1918. Lavan has ranked as high as #1090 nationally, which occurred in 1977, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Lavan has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lavan
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1948 | 9 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |