Holding steady.
Popularity of Lavida since 1915
Babies named Lavida per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1970, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Lavida's real moment was 1915.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 6 |
| 1920s | 28 |
| 1930s | 21 |
| 1940s | 10 |
| 1950s | 15 |
| 1960s | 39 |
| 1970s | 24 |
| 1980s | 33 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Lavida is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1915, though it has never reached significant popularity. The name's peak year was also 1915, with only a handful of occurrences in that decade. In recent years, Lavida continues to be used sparingly, fitting a pattern of stable but infrequent usage. Its meaning is often tied to the Spanish phrase 'la vida' (the life), giving it a positive, life-affirming connotation. While top states for the name are not recorded, Lavida appeals to parents seeking an uncommon, melodious name with a touch of Latin flair.
Lavida is likely a modern invented name, perhaps inspired by the Spanish phrase 'la vida' (the life). It appears in U.S. records starting in 1915, but its usage has always been extremely rare. The name may also be a variant of Lavinia or a combination of elements like 'La-' and '-vida'.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Vida, LaLa
Sibling names for Lavida
Names that share Lavida's style, for a brother or sister.
