Lavella Girl

Popularity: #944 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: luh-VEL-uh /ləˈvɛlə/

Origin: Latin; English

Meaning: Latin: 'young; youthful'; English: 'derived from Lavelle'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Lavella is believed to have roots in the Latin word "lavare," which means "to wash" or "to cleanse." This etymological connection suggests a possible association with purity or renewal. The name may have evolved through various linguistic forms, potentially influenced by the Old French diminutive suffix "-elle," which often conveys affection or endearment.

As such, Lavella could be interpreted as a term of endearment related to cleanliness or purity, reflecting a gentle and nurturing quality. Historically, the name Lavella does not have prominent figures or events directly associated with it, making its historical milestones less defined compared to more widely recognized names.

However, the components of the name resonate with themes found in various cultures, particularly in relation to water and cleansing rituals, which have been significant in many societies throughout history. The use of water as a symbol of life and purity can be traced back to ancient civilizations, where it played a crucial role in religious and cultural practices.

Culturally, names derived from elements related to water and cleansing often carry connotations of renewal and rebirth, which may contribute to their enduring appeal. While Lavella itself may not have a long historical lineage, its components and the themes they evoke align with broader cultural narratives surrounding names that signify purity and nurturing qualities.

The name's melodic sound and gentle connotation may also contribute to its charm, allowing it to resonate within various cultural contexts.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Lavella was first seen in the United States in 1911.

Lavella has ranked as high as #877 nationally, which occurred in 1925, and has been most popular in .

In the past 5 years the name Lavella has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Lavella 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 Lavella was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Top States for Lavella

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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 Lavella.

YearBirths
20246
19936
19775
19745
19735
19725
19705
19697
19685
19668
19655
19597
19577
19566
19557
19545
19537
19527
19506
19487
19479
19468
19458
19447
19429
19405
193915
19389
19379
19368
19357
19349
193212
193110
193011
19297
192811
19279
192613
192517
192412
19236
19228
192111
19207
19197
19189
191712
191610
191411
19135
19115