Lawana
Lawana is a girl's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Modern created name, possibly a blend of prefix 'La-' with names like Luana or Juana.
Origin and history
Lawana is a modern American name created in the mid-20th century. It peaked in popularity in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s before declining in usage. The name is often considered a variant or combination name, influenced by names starting with the prefix 'La-' and ending in 'Wana' or similar sounds.
Popularity in the United States
3,029 babies in the United States have been named Lawana since 1880. It ranks #3224 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- TX (25.3 %)
- CA (21.4 %)
- OK (16.2 %)
- GA (12 %)
- IL (5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 20 |
| 1920-1930 | 209 |
| 1930-1940 | 308 |
| 1940-1950 | 423 |
| 1950-1960 | 633 |
| 1960-1970 | 653 |
| 1970-1980 | 573 |
| 1980-1990 | 178 |
| 1990-2000 | 27 |
| 2000-2010 | 5 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- Lawana saw most of its recorded usage in the United States between 1940 and 1970.
- It belongs to a pattern of 20th-century American names created by combining melodic syllables and popular prefixes.