Find out how popular the first name Lavonda has been for the last 35 years (from 1974 to 2008) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Lavonda by gender

Based on the last 35 years of data, Lavonda is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2008, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Lavonda.

The history of the first name Lavonda

The name Lavonda is believed to have originated in the United States during the early 20th century. It is a combination of the French name Lavonne, which means "the born one," and the English name Linda, meaning "pretty." The name Lavonda was likely created as a unique and more distinctive variant of these two names.

Lavonda does not have a long historical lineage, as it is a relatively modern invention. However, some of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in census records and birth announcements from the 1910s and 1920s in various parts of the United States.

One of the earliest documented individuals with the name Lavonda was Lavonda Crayton, an African American civil rights activist born in 1923 in Arkansas. She was a prominent figure in the Little Rock desegregation crisis of 1957, advocating for the integration of public schools.

Another notable Lavonda was Lavonda Dill, an American singer and actress born in 1949. She is best known for her role as Estelle Winslow on the sitcom "Family Matters" in the 1990s.

Lavonda Lafferty, born in 1957, was a renowned softball player and coach. She played for the United States national softball team and won multiple medals, including gold at the 1986 World Championship.

In the realm of literature, Lavonda Ramsay is an award-winning African American author known for her children's books and young adult novels, such as "The Little Tree" and "Melvin's World."

Lavonda Broadnax, born in 1958, is an American politician who served as a member of the Michigan House of Representatives from 1993 to 2002, representing the city of Detroit.

While the name Lavonda may not have a long and storied history like some ancient names, it has been borne by notable individuals who have made significant contributions in various fields, from civil rights advocacy to sports, entertainment, and literature.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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