Holding steady.
Popularity of Levonia since 1902
Babies named Levonia per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1923, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Levonia's real moment was 1907.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 24 |
| 1910s | 62 |
| 1920s | 99 |
| 1930s | 99 |
| 1940s | 102 |
| 1950s | 75 |
| 1960s | 24 |
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Levonia is a rare American name that first appeared in records in 1902. It reached its peak usage in 1907, with a handful of baby girls receiving the name that year. Since then, it has remained exceptionally uncommon, with no significant resurgence. The name's origins are unclear but it may be a variant of Lavinia or a creative respelling influenced by place names. Like many early 20th-century coinages, Levonia reflects a trend of melodic, feminine-sounding names ending in 'ia'. Its stable trajectory and lack of modern popularity make it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a truly unique name with vintage charm.
Levonia is likely an American coinage from the early 20th century, possibly a variant of the Latin name Lavinia or inspired by place names such as Livonia. Its use peaked in 1907 and has remained rare since. The name's exact derivation is unclear.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Levi, Vonia
Variants: Lavonia, Levvonia
Sibling names for Levonia
Names that share Levonia's style, for a brother or sister.
