Lashauna Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: lah-SHAW-nah //ləˈʃɔː.nə//
Origin: American; African American
Meaning: Combination of La and Shauna
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lashauna is a modern creation, likely derived from the combination of the prefix "La-" and the name "Shauna." The prefix "La-" is often used in various names to denote femininity, while "Shauna" itself is an Anglicized form of the Irish name "Siobhán," which originates from the Old Irish "Síbín," meaning "God is gracious." The evolution of the name can be traced back through the Irish language into the Gaelic roots, eventually making its way into English usage through the influence of Irish immigrants and the broader Anglicization of names in the 20th century. Historically, the name Shauna has been associated with notable figures, particularly in the context of Irish culture and heritage.
The name gained prominence in the 20th century, especially in the United States, as Irish names became more widely embraced. The use of the prefix "La-" in conjunction with names like Shauna reflects a trend in the late 20th century where unique and creative combinations of names became popular among parents seeking distinctive identities for their children.
This trend aligns with a broader cultural movement towards individuality in naming practices. Culturally, Lashauna embodies a blend of traditional and contemporary influences, reflecting the ongoing evolution of names within the English-speaking world.
The name carries a sense of modernity while still being rooted in historical significance through its connection to Irish heritage. The combination of elements in Lashauna also resonates with the trend of creating names that are phonetically appealing and carry personal significance for families.
Overall, Lashauna represents a fusion of linguistic traditions and cultural expressions that have contributed to its emergence in contemporary naming practices.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lashauna was first seen in the United States in 1969.
Lashauna has ranked as high as #3398 nationally, which occurred in 1981, and has been most popular in North Carolina, Illinois, Ohio, Texas, and Georgia.
In the past 5 years the name Lashauna has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Lashauna 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 Lashauna 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 Lashauna.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 6 | 6 |
| 2008 | 6 | 6 |
| 2007 | 8 | 8 |
| 2006 | 7 | 7 |
| 2005 | 7 | 7 |
| 2003 | 8 | 8 |
| 2002 | 8 | 8 |
| 2001 | 13 | 13 |
| 2000 | 12 | 12 |
| 1999 | 12 | 12 |
| 1998 | 17 | 17 |
| 1997 | 7 | 7 |
| 1996 | 10 | 10 |
| 1995 | 10 | 10 |
| 1994 | 9 | 9 |
| 1993 | 14 | 14 |
| 1992 | 19 | 19 |
| 1991 | 15 | 15 |
| 1990 | 30 | 30 |
| 1989 | 20 | 20 |
| 1988 | 21 | 21 |
| 1987 | 21 | 21 |
| 1986 | 25 | 25 |
| 1985 | 14 | 14 |
| 1984 | 25 | 25 |
| 1983 | 31 | 31 |
| 1982 | 34 | 34 |
| 1981 | 47 | 47 |
| 1980 | 34 | 34 |
| 1979 | 41 | 41 |
| 1978 | 46 | 46 |
| 1977 | 33 | 33 |
| 1976 | 17 | 17 |
| 1975 | 20 | 20 |
| 1974 | 23 | 23 |
| 1973 | 17 | 17 |
| 1972 | 14 | 14 |
| 1971 | 8 | 8 |
| 1970 | 11 | 11 |
| 1969 | 12 | 12 |
Top States for Lashauna (1986)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |