Laverne
Laverne is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
Alder tree grove or springlike.
Origin and history
Laverne is a name derived from French roots meaning 'alder tree grove' or 'springlike'. While historically given to both boys and girls in the United States, its usage for males peaked in the early-to-mid 20th century. Today, it is an uncommon given name for boys in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
13,246 babies in the United States have been named Laverne since 1880. It ranks #1032 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1885.
States where it is most popular
- WI (14.2 %)
- IL (13.5 %)
- IA (13.4 %)
- NY (10.2 %)
- MI (9.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 20 |
| 1890-1900 | 52 |
| 1900-1910 | 168 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,860 |
| 1920-1930 | 4,027 |
| 1930-1940 | 3,150 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,862 |
| 1950-1960 | 969 |
| 1960-1970 | 561 |
| 1970-1980 | 244 |
| 1980-1990 | 111 |
| 1990-2000 | 71 |
| 2000-2010 | 59 |
| 2010-2019 | 50 |
| 2020-2029 | 42 |
Famous people named Laverne
- LaVerne Croft: Professional Athlete
Fun facts
- The name originates from French place names referring to areas abundant in alder trees.
- Laverne experienced its peak popularity as a male name in the U.S. during the 1920s and 1930s.