Lashaw
An invented name with no clear etymological meaning or origin.
Name Census estimates that about 9 living Americans carry the first name Lashaw. It appears on both sides of the gender split, with 50.0% of registrations being female. The average person named Lashaw today is around 54 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Lashaw births was 1972 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Lashaw. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Lashaw. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
9
~ 1 in 38,083,815 Americans
Peak year
1972
5 babies that year
Average age
54
years old
1972 SSA rank
#5,421
Tracked since 1972
Gender
Gender distribution for Lashaw
Lashaw is one of the more evenly split names in the SSA data. Of the 10 total registrations, 5 (50.0%) were male and 5 (50.0%) were female.
Lashaw as a male name
- Ranked #5,421 in 1972
- 5 male births in 1972
- Peak: 1972 (5 births)
Lashaw as a female name
- Ranked #9,099 in 1973
- 5 female births in 1973
- Peak: 1973 (5 births)
Popularity
Lashaw: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Lashaw by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Lashaw during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 | 5 | 10 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Lashaw
The name Lashaw is believed to have originated in the Middle East, most likely in the Arabic-speaking regions. It is thought to be derived from the Arabic word "lashash," which means "to whisper" or "to speak softly." This suggests that the name may have been given to individuals who were known for their quiet or gentle demeanor.
The earliest recorded use of the name Lashaw can be traced back to the 7th century CE, during the early years of the Islamic Golden Age. It is possible that the name was used by some of the scholars and intellectuals who flourished during this period, as the pursuit of knowledge and wisdom was highly valued in the Islamic world at the time.
One of the earliest known individuals to bear the name Lashaw was a poet and writer who lived in the 9th century CE. Unfortunately, historical records do not provide many details about this individual's life, but their works were influential in shaping the literary traditions of the region.
In the 11th century CE, a prominent physician and scholar named Lashaw ibn Abi al-Qasim made significant contributions to the field of medicine. His writings on medical practices and treatments were widely studied and referenced by future generations of physicians.
During the 13th century, a Sufi mystic and spiritual leader named Lashaw al-Din gained a following in parts of modern-day Turkey and Iran. His teachings on the inner spiritual journey and the pursuit of divine knowledge left a lasting impact on the Sufi tradition in the region.
Another notable figure named Lashaw was a military commander who lived in the 15th century during the Ottoman Empire. He played a key role in several campaigns and battles, earning a reputation for his strategic prowess and leadership on the battlefield.
Over the centuries, the name Lashaw has maintained a presence in various parts of the Middle East and North Africa, although its popularity and usage have fluctuated. While not as common as some other Arabic names, it has persisted as a unique and culturally significant name, carrying with it a rich history and heritage.
People
Lashaw + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Lashaw as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Lashaw: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Lashaw?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 9 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Lashaw going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 38,083,815 US residents.
Is Lashaw a common name?
We classify Lashaw as "Very Rare". It ranks above 25.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 10 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Lashaw most popular?
The single biggest year for Lashaw was 1972, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Lashaw is about 54 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Lashaw in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Lashaw a female name?
Yes, 50.0% of people registered as Lashaw in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Lashaw still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Lashaw in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Lashaw can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Lashaw?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.