Holding steady.
Popularity of Lajada since 1977
Babies named Lajada per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 50 |
| 2000s | 96 |
| 2010s | 18 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Lajada is a rare, modern American name that first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1977. It has never entered the top 1,000, with its peak year of usage in 2000. The name's structure suggests it is a contemporary invention, possibly drawing from the fashionable 'La-' prefix common in African American naming traditions. Since its debut, Lajada has maintained a stable, low-level presence, never reaching widespread popularity but continuing to appear sporadically. Its sound is melodic and distinctive, fitting alongside other modern coinages. Despite its obscurity, Lajada remains a unique choice with no recorded usage in any state's top rankings.
Lajada first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1977. It is likely a modern invented name, possibly formed by combining the popular prefix 'La-' with a melodic ending similar to names like 'Nevada' or 'Alajada.' No traditional etymology or historical usage has been documented.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Laj, Laja, Jada
Sibling names for Lajada
Names that share Lajada's style, for a brother or sister.
