Lavonna
Derived from the Germanic name Herleva meaning 'army' or 'eagle', or potentially a diminutive of Charlotte meaning 'free man'. It suggests a noble strength paired with a musical, spirited personality that exudes grace and resilience.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,980 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1963 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1930 |
| Most recent | 1991 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | French, German, English |
| Comeback name | No |
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Arletta Lawrence (Actress, 'The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet') · Arletta O'Hearn (Psychologist and Author, 'The Ego-Stretching Program') · Arletta of Falaise (Historical Figure, Mother of William the Conqueror) · Arletta Jean (Country Singer, 'The Soul of a Woman') · Arletta Sawyer (Educator, 'The Sawyer School of Business')
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