Holding steady.
Popularity of Laveda since 1912
Babies named Laveda per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1921, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Laveda's real moment was 1936.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 98 |
| 1920s | 206 |
| 1930s | 174 |
| 1940s | 164 |
| 1950s | 139 |
| 1960s | 124 |
| 1970s | 113 |
| 1980s | 57 |
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Laveda is a rare American name that first appeared on the U.S. Social Security records in 1912, suggesting it may have been a 20th-century coinage. Its peak year came later in 1936, aligning with a period when elaborate and melodious feminine names were fashionable. The name has since declined in use and has not been statistically common for decades. While its exact etymology remains unclear, Laveda fits into a pattern of invented or creatively derived names from the early 1900s. It lacks a strong presence in any specific state or region, and its trajectory is stable with very low usage. For families seeking a unique vintage name with a soft sound and a mysterious background, Laveda offers a distinct choice.
Laveda is a name of uncertain origin, first recorded in the United States in 1912. It may be a variant of Lavada, which itself could be from Latin 'lavare' (to wash) or an elaboration of the word 'lave'. Alternatively, it may have been created as a feminine form of Laved or as a stylish sound combination. The name saw its peak usage in the 1930s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lavy, Veda, Lala
Sibling names for Laveda
Names that share Laveda's style, for a brother or sister.
