Laverne Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationluh-VURN / /ləˈvɜrn/French; Latin
Meaning
French: of the alder tree; Latin: to be green
Historical & Cultural Background
Laverne is derived from the French surname 'Laverne', which is associated with the alder tree. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States. It is often used as a given name for both boys and girls, though it is more commonly associated with females due to the influence of the television show 'Laverne & Shirley'. The name reflects a connection to nature and greenery.
Trend Summary
Laverne has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable peak in the mid-20th century.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Laverne was first seen in the United States in 1885. Laverne has ranked as high as #528 nationally, which occurred in 1928, and has been most popular in Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa, New York, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Laverne has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Laverne (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1885 | 6 |
| 1888 | 7 |
| 1889 | 7 |
| 1890 | 7 |
| 1892 | 6 |
| 1894 | 6 |
| 1895 | 6 |
| 1896 | 9 |
| 1897 | 8 |
| 1898 | 10 |
| 1900 | 11 |
| 1901 | 8 |
| 1902 | 12 |
| 1903 | 10 |
| 1904 | 14 |
| 1905 | 24 |
| 1906 | 16 |
| 1907 | 25 |
| 1908 | 23 |
| 1909 | 25 |
| 1910 | 26 |
| 1911 | 45 |
| 1912 | 79 |
| 1913 | 119 |
| 1914 | 162 |
| 1915 | 231 |
| 1916 | 243 |
| 1917 | 275 |
| 1918 | 343 |
| 1919 | 337 |
| 1920 | 375 |
| 1921 | 405 |
| 1922 | 414 |
| 1923 | 414 |
| 1924 | 402 |
| 1925 | 401 |
| 1926 | 399 |
| 1927 | 421 |
| 1928 | 428 |
| 1929 | 368 |
| 1930 | 402 |
| 1931 | 395 |
| 1932 | 366 |
| 1933 | 299 |
| 1934 | 323 |
| 1935 | 300 |
| 1936 | 276 |
| 1937 | 305 |
| 1938 | 285 |
| 1939 | 199 |
| 1940 | 231 |
| 1941 | 241 |
| 1942 | 220 |
| 1943 | 212 |
| 1944 | 192 |
| 1945 | 159 |
| 1946 | 170 |
| 1947 | 177 |
| 1948 | 148 |
| 1949 | 112 |
| 1950 | 120 |
| 1951 | 123 |
| 1952 | 106 |
| 1953 | 111 |
| 1954 | 107 |
| 1955 | 101 |
| 1956 | 85 |
| 1957 | 85 |
| 1958 | 60 |
| 1959 | 71 |
| 1960 | 79 |
| 1961 | 70 |
| 1962 | 61 |
| 1963 | 66 |
| 1964 | 52 |
| 1965 | 50 |
| 1966 | 50 |
| 1967 | 43 |
| 1968 | 44 |
| 1969 | 46 |
| 1970 | 40 |
| 1971 | 25 |
| 1972 | 29 |
| 1973 | 25 |
| 1974 | 30 |
| 1975 | 18 |
| 1976 | 23 |
| 1977 | 20 |
| 1978 | 18 |
| 1979 | 16 |
| 1980 | 22 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 9 |