Holding steady.
Popularity of Laveta since 1893
Babies named Laveta per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1927, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Laveta's real moment was 1933.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 5 |
| 1900s | 34 |
| 1910s | 234 |
| 1920s | 343 |
| 1930s | 308 |
| 1940s | 185 |
| 1950s | 181 |
| 1960s | 146 |
| 1970s | 77 |
| 1980s | 39 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Laveta is a rare and distinctive feminine name that saw its peak usage in 1933, during the height of the Great Depression. The name has remained stable in obscurity since then, with no recorded rank in recent years. Its uncertain etymology adds to its mystique, possibly connecting it to the Latin name Lavinia. While Laveta never achieved widespread popularity, it holds a quiet charm for those seeking an uncommon vintage name.
Laveta is a rare feminine given name of uncertain origin. It may be an elaborated form of the name Lavet, or a variant of Lavinia, which is of Latin origin and possibly related to 'lavare' meaning 'to wash'. The name saw modest use in the United States in the early 20th century, peaking in the 1930s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lavy, Veta, Lavie
Sibling names for Laveta
Names that share Laveta's style, for a brother or sister.
