Wanita
A modern American invention derived from the prefix 'La-' combined with 'Shell,' often viewed as a diminutive of Michelle or Rochelle, meaning 'Who is like God?' or 'Little Rock'; it describes a person with a bright, resilient spirit and a natural talent for bringing harmony to those around them.
Key Stats
| Total births | 2,534 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1924 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1915 |
| Most recent | 1972 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | African-American, English |
| Comeback name | No |
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LaShell Griffin (Gospel singer and winner of Oprah's Pop Star challenge) · LaShell Moore (Miss USA titleholder and professional model) · LaShell Wooten (Motivational speaker and author) · LaShell Stratton (Academic and educational researcher) · LaShell J. West (Inspirational author and community leader)
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