Holding steady.
Popularity of Lachina since 1975
Babies named Lachina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 27 |
| 1980s | 25 |
| 1990s | 53 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Lachina is a rare given name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1975, during a period of creative naming. It reached its peak popularity in 1977, but it has never ranked in the top 1000 names, reflecting its unique and uncommon nature. The name has maintained a stable trajectory since the 1970s, with only occasional use. While its exact meaning and origins are uncertain, Lachina has a melodic quality that may appeal to parents seeking a distinctive name. Despite its scarcity, it has been used consistently enough to appear in Social Security data, though its top states of usage are not recorded due to low numbers.
Lachina first appeared in the United States in the 1970s, likely as a modern coinage. It may be derived from Lachin, a name of uncertain origin, or influenced by the similar-sounding Lacina, possibly from Latin 'laetitia' meaning joy. However, no definitive etymology has been established.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lachi, China, Lala
Variants: Lacina, Lacheena
Sibling names for Lachina
Names that share Lachina's style, for a brother or sister.
