Lavada
Lavada is a girl's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Washed, cleansed, or purified.
Origin and history
Lavada is a feminine given name derived from the Spanish word meaning 'washed' or 'purified'. It gained moderate popularity in the early-to-mid 20th century in the United States, though it is used rarely today. The name has a soft, classical rhythm and a clean, serene etymological meaning.
Popularity in the United States
4,489 babies in the United States have been named Lavada since 1880. It ranks #2616 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2077.
States where it is most popular
- TX (25.4 %)
- OK (22.5 %)
- AR (12.7 %)
- AL (6.4 %)
- GA (6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 62 |
| 1890-1900 | 151 |
| 1900-1910 | 251 |
| 1910-1920 | 610 |
| 1920-1930 | 882 |
| 1930-1940 | 789 |
| 1940-1950 | 608 |
| 1950-1960 | 397 |
| 1960-1970 | 286 |
| 1970-1980 | 186 |
| 1980-1990 | 118 |
| 1990-2000 | 59 |
| 2000-2010 | 19 |
| 2010-2019 | 47 |
| 2020-2029 | 24 |
Fun facts
- Lavada saw its highest level of adoption in the United States during the 1920s and 1930s.
- The name is directly related to the Spanish verb 'lavar', meaning 'to wash'.