Lashondra
A feminine name of uncertain origin, likely a combination of elements meaning "the" and "beautiful".
Name Census estimates that about 1,024 living Americans carry the first name Lashondra. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Lashondra today is around 43 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Lashondra births was 1980 (68 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Lashondra. 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.
People living today
1.0K
~ 1 in 334,721 Americans
Peak year
1980
68 babies that year
Average age
43
years old
2004 SSA rank
#15,226
Tracked since 1969
Popularity
Lashondra: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Lashondra from the 1960s through to the 2000s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1980s, with 526 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1980s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Lashondra 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 Lashondra during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Lashondras live
The SSA's state-level files cover 10 states and territories. Georgia, Texas, Alabama recorded the most babies named Lashondra, while Michigan, California, Illinois recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 51 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Lashondra
Lashondra is a feminine given name that appears to have originated in the United States during the 20th century. It is likely a combination of the French name LaShonda and the name Wandra, which is a variant of the name Sandra. The first part of the name, "La," is a French prefix meaning "the," while the second part, "Shondra," may be derived from the name Sandra, which has its roots in the Greek name Alexandra, meaning "defender of mankind."
One of the earliest known references to the name Lashondra can be found in the Social Security Administration's baby name records from the 1960s. The name gained popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s, particularly within the African American community. However, its origins and the reasons behind its widespread use during this period remain unclear.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who have borne the name Lashondra. One of the earliest recorded examples is Lashondra Dansby (born 1977), an American singer and actress known for her roles in television series such as "The Parkers" and "Sister, Sister." Another prominent figure is Lashondra Dixon (born 1979), an American basketball player who played in the WNBA for teams like the Houston Comets and the Los Angeles Sparks.
In the field of sports, Lashondra Barrett (born 1982) is a former professional basketball player who played in the WNBA and overseas leagues. Lashondra Cunningham (born 1985) is an American sprinter who specializes in the 400-meter dash and has represented the United States in international competitions.
Outside of the entertainment and sports industries, Lashondra Allen (born 1971) is a notable American educator and author who has written several books on topics related to education and personal development.
While the name Lashondra may have gained popularity in recent decades, its historical roots and cultural significance remain somewhat enigmatic. However, its unique combination of sounds and its association with notable individuals in various fields have contributed to its enduring presence in the world of given names.
People
Lashondra + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Lashondra 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
Lashondra: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Lashondra?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1,024 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Lashondra 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 334,721 US residents.
Is Lashondra a common name?
We classify Lashondra as "Rare". It ranks above 90.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,097 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Lashondra most popular?
The single biggest year for Lashondra was 1980, when 68 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Lashondra is about 43 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Lashondra a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Lashondra 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.
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.