Holding steady.
Popularity of Lavalle since 1934
Babies named Lavalle per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1970, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Lavalle's real moment was 1934.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 6 |
| 1940s | 6 |
| 1950s | 23 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 29 |
| 1980s | 27 |
| 1990s | 25 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Lavalle is an exceptionally rare American given name that first appeared on record in 1934, which also marks its peak year of usage. Despite never ranking on the Social Security Administration's top 1000 list, the name has maintained a stable, low-frequency presence, with occasional usage recorded as recently as 2025. Its origins are most likely tied to the French surname Laval, meaning 'the valley', or possibly a respelling of that name. The name's trajectory shows no significant spikes or declines, suggesting it has been used consistently but extremely sparingly over the decades. Its rarity and distinctive sound make it a unique choice for families seeking an uncommon name with French heritage.
Lavalle is believed to be a variant of the French surname Laval, which derives from the Old French 'la val' meaning 'the valley'. The name may also be influenced by the Italian surname Lavalle, of similar topographic origin. It has been used occasionally as a given name in the United States since the early 20th century, primarily among African American communities, possibly as a respelling of Laval or as a combination of the prefix 'La-' with 'Val'.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Val, Lav
Sibling names for Lavalle
Names that share Lavalle's style, for a brother or sister.
