Lawanda
Lawanda is a girl's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
A combination of the modern prefix 'La-' and the name Wanda, which means 'wanderer' or 'shepherdess' from Slavic origins.
Origin and history
Lawanda is a modern American name created in the mid-20th century, likely combining the prefix 'La-' with the name Wanda. It reached peak popularity in the United States during the 1970s. Today, it is relatively rare for newborns.
Popularity in the United States
12,093 babies in the United States have been named Lawanda since 1880. It ranks #1466 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2096.
States where it is most popular
- TX (11.7 %)
- GA (8.3 %)
- IL (8.2 %)
- FL (7 %)
- MS (6.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 22 |
| 1920-1930 | 431 |
| 1930-1940 | 699 |
| 1940-1950 | 710 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,266 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,315 |
| 1970-1980 | 4,533 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,659 |
| 1990-2000 | 403 |
| 2000-2010 | 50 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 5 |
Nicknames
Wanda
Fun facts
- Lawanda rose significantly in popularity in the U.S. during the 1960s and 1970s alongside similar 'La-' prefixed names.
- It blends the popular French-inspired 'La-' prefix with the traditional Germanic/Slavic name Wanda.