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Lavell

Female

« Lavell is an American given name derived from Lawrence, meaning 'laurel' or 'wreath of bay leaves', first used in the early to mid-20th century as a unique alternative to the more common Lawrence. »

#14854 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Lavell is a unique and distinctive given name of American origin. It is derived from the English surname Lawrence, which is itself of Latin origin. The name Lawrence means "laurel" or "wreath of bay leaves," and it was originally associated with the Roman martyr Saint Lawrence, who was reputedly roasted on a gridiron in the 3rd century. The use of Lavell as a given name appears to have emerged in the United States during the early to mid-20th century. It is not clear exactly why or how this happened, but it may be related to the general trend towards giving children unique and distinctive names during this period. Alternatively, it could simply be a variation of the more common name Lawrence that gained popularity for its own sake. Today, Lavell remains relatively uncommon as a given name, but it is not unheard of. According to data from the Social Security Administration in the United States, there were only 12 babies named Lavell in 2020 out of over 567,000 total births that year. Despite its rarity, however, Lavell continues to be chosen by parents who appreciate its unique sound and meaning. In summary, Lavell is a unique and distinctive given name of American origin that means "laurel" or "wreath of bay leaves." It emerged during the early to mid-20th century as a variation of the more common name Lawrence, and today it remains relatively uncommon but still chosen by some parents for its unique sound and meaning.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Lavell since 1880

Total births
327
Total since 1880
Peak year
1920
15 births
in 1986
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years