Lavonda
Lavonda is a girl's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Combination of the prefix La- and Vonda (possibly derived from Wanda, meaning 'stem' or 'wanderer').
Origin and history
Lavonda is a modern American name created by combining the popular prefix 'La-' with the name Vonda. It gained popularity in the United States during the mid-to-late 20th century. Today, it is a rare choice for newborns in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
3,586 babies in the United States have been named Lavonda since 1880. It ranks #2946 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- TX (16.6 %)
- NC (16.1 %)
- MO (10.7 %)
- VA (6.6 %)
- TN (6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 69 |
| 1930-1940 | 176 |
| 1940-1950 | 254 |
| 1950-1960 | 480 |
| 1960-1970 | 958 |
| 1970-1980 | 865 |
| 1980-1990 | 574 |
| 1990-2000 | 181 |
| 2000-2010 | 29 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- Lavonda saw its peak usage in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s.
- The name reflects an American linguistic trend of adding the French-sounding prefix 'La-' to existing feminine names.