Luanne Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationloo-AN / luˈænEnglish; French
Meaning
English: Graceful light; French: A diminutive of Louise
Historical & Cultural Background
Luanne is a feminine name that gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States. It is often considered a combination of the names Lou and Anne. The name reflects a trend of creating unique names by blending traditional ones. Luanne has been used in various cultural contexts, often associated with warmth and femininity.
Trend Summary
Luanne experienced a peak in popularity during the 1940s to 1960s in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Luann
- Luan
International Variants
- Luana (Italian)
- Luanne (French)
Famous people named Luanne
Luanne Rice is an American author known for her novels that often explore themes of family and relationships.
Luanne Platter is a character from the animated television series 'King of the Hill', known for her role as a waitress and friend to the main characters.
Fictional characters named Luanne
Luanne Platter from 'King of the Hill' is a recurring character known for her cheerful personality and aspirations.
Luanne from 'The Simpsons' is a minor character who appears in various episodes, often as a background character.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Luanne was first seen in the United States in 1924. Luanne has ranked as high as #609 nationally, which occurred in 1954, and has been most popular in New York, Michigan, Pennsylvania, California, and Wisconsin. In the past 5 years the name Luanne has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Luanne (1975)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MI | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1928 | 13 |
| 1929 | 17 |
| 1930 | 28 |
| 1931 | 26 |
| 1932 | 43 |
| 1933 | 45 |
| 1934 | 70 |
| 1935 | 62 |
| 1936 | 55 |
| 1937 | 52 |
| 1938 | 51 |
| 1939 | 45 |
| 1940 | 62 |
| 1941 | 79 |
| 1942 | 78 |
| 1943 | 65 |
| 1944 | 62 |
| 1945 | 67 |
| 1946 | 97 |
| 1947 | 125 |
| 1948 | 111 |
| 1949 | 130 |
| 1950 | 139 |
| 1951 | 142 |
| 1952 | 197 |
| 1953 | 580 |
| 1954 | 588 |
| 1955 | 543 |
| 1956 | 534 |
| 1957 | 526 |
| 1958 | 477 |
| 1959 | 422 |
| 1960 | 396 |
| 1961 | 371 |
| 1962 | 325 |
| 1963 | 310 |
| 1964 | 242 |
| 1965 | 189 |
| 1966 | 135 |
| 1967 | 130 |
| 1968 | 116 |
| 1969 | 119 |
| 1970 | 83 |
| 1971 | 67 |
| 1972 | 59 |
| 1973 | 36 |
| 1974 | 26 |
| 1975 | 27 |
| 1976 | 21 |
| 1977 | 21 |
| 1978 | 21 |
| 1979 | 24 |
| 1980 | 23 |
| 1981 | 16 |
| 1982 | 18 |
| 1983 | 15 |
| 1984 | 19 |
| 1985 | 18 |
| 1986 | 16 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2024 | 11 |