Holding steady.
Popularity of Lawonda since 1954
Babies named Lawonda per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 6 |
| 1960s | 82 |
| 1970s | 155 |
| 1980s | 59 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Lawonda is a rare American feminine name that first appeared in records in 1954, during a period when creative 'La-' prefixed names were fashionable. It reached its peak popularity in 1978, though it never entered the top 1000 rankings. The name has remained stable in use over the decades, never becoming common. Its top states of usage are not recorded due to its rarity. Lawonda likely blends the prefix 'La' with Wanda or adapts the surname Lawton, reflecting a trend of invented names in mid-century America.
Lawonda is a modern coinage that emerged in the United States in the mid-20th century. It appears to be formed by combining the stylish 'La-' prefix with the name Wanda, or possibly as a feminine form of Lawton. Its peak usage occurred in the 1970s, but it has remained relatively rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lala, Wanda, Law
Sibling names for Lawonda
Names that share Lawonda's style, for a brother or sister.
