Louvenia
Louvenia is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Purported to mean 'from Laurentum' or associated with purity and youthfulness via Luvenia.
Origin and history
Louvenia is a vintage feminine name believed to be an elaboration of Luvenia or Lavinia, an ancient Roman name. It was used in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in the United States, but it has since become rare. Its melodic, classic sound gives it an elaborate, historic charm.
Popularity in the United States
3,625 babies in the United States have been named Louvenia since 1880. It ranks #2931 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- GA (21.5 %)
- SC (18.6 %)
- NC (15.7 %)
- MS (13.6 %)
- AL (13.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 120 |
| 1890-1900 | 182 |
| 1900-1910 | 259 |
| 1910-1920 | 461 |
| 1920-1930 | 626 |
| 1930-1940 | 583 |
| 1940-1950 | 597 |
| 1950-1960 | 459 |
| 1960-1970 | 192 |
| 1970-1980 | 83 |
| 1980-1990 | 47 |
| 1990-2000 | 16 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Lou, Lula, Vennie
Fun facts
- Louvenia likely derives from Lavinia, a classical Roman name featured in Virgil's epic poem, the Aeneid.
- The name experienced its highest popularity in the United States between the 1880s and 1920s.