Lavelton
A masculine name of English origin potentially meaning "lawful town."
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Lavelton. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Lavelton today is around 46 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Lavelton births was 1977 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Lavelton. 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 Lavelton. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
1977
6 babies that year
Average age
46
years old
1977 SSA rank
#5,542
Tracked since 1977
Popularity
Lavelton: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Lavelton 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 Lavelton 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 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Lavelton
The name Lavelton is a unique and intriguing moniker that has its roots in the ancient Celtic language. It is believed to have originated in the region now known as Wales, where the earliest recorded instances of the name date back to the 9th century. The name is derived from the Celtic words "lav" meaning "blade" and "elton" meaning "from the valley," suggesting a connection to a person or place associated with blades or swords from a particular valley.
One of the earliest known bearers of the name Lavelton was a Welsh warrior named Lavelton ap Gwilym, who lived in the late 9th century and gained renown for his bravery in defending his clan's lands from invading forces. His exploits were recorded in ancient Welsh bardic tales, which helped to preserve the name and its association with valor and strength.
In the 12th century, a renowned scholar and scribe named Lavelton the Wise was known for his exceptional calligraphy and his contributions to preserving ancient Welsh manuscripts. His work played a crucial role in ensuring the survival of many important historical and literary texts from that era.
During the Renaissance period, a notable figure named Lavelton Griffith (1525-1587) emerged as a skilled architect and engineer. He was responsible for designing and overseeing the construction of several impressive castles and fortifications throughout Wales, showcasing his expertise in combining defensive structures with aesthetic appeal.
Another prominent individual bearing the name Lavelton was a Welsh poet and playwright named Lavelton Rhys (1645-1712). His works, which often explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition, were widely acclaimed and helped to shape the literary landscape of his time.
In more recent history, Lavelton Evans (1885-1965) was a respected Welsh linguist and academic who dedicated his life to the study and preservation of the Welsh language. His contributions to the field of linguistics and his efforts to promote the cultural heritage of Wales earned him widespread recognition and admiration.
While the name Lavelton may not be as common today as it once was, its rich history and connection to Welsh culture and tradition have ensured that it remains a cherished and meaningful name within certain communities.
People
Lavelton + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Lavelton 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
Lavelton: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Lavelton?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Lavelton 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 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Lavelton a common name?
We classify Lavelton as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Lavelton most popular?
The single biggest year for Lavelton was 1977, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Lavelton is about 46 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 Lavelton in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Lavelton a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Lavelton in the SSA data are male. 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 Lavelton still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Lavelton 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 Lavelton 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 Lavelton?
Want to know how many people have the name Lavelton? HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, puts the living-bearer count front and centre.