Lashauna

“Combination of the prefix 'La' with 'Shauna', meaning 'God is gracious'.”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1721US 2023

479Births / yr

→Stable

732All-time births

📅 Since 196900

How to pronounce Lashauna

LASH·OW·NAH

/ˈlæʃ.ˈaʊ.ˈnɑ/ · stress on LASH · 3 syllables

“Combination of the prefix 'La' with 'Shauna', meaning 'God is gracious'.”

American origin · Girl name

What does Lashauna mean and where does it come from?

Lashauna is an American name that combines 'La' as a common prefix and 'Shauna', which itself is a feminine version of Sean, derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan. The name has gained popularity in the African American community since the late 20th century, though it remains relatively modern and le

Cultural significance

Lashauna has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of combination of the prefix 'la' with 'shauna', meaning 'god is gracious'..

Peak popularity

Reached #2081 in 1978 — currently #1721 in the US.

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How else can you spell Lashauna?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Lashowna

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Lashauna?

Lashauna works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Lashauna Grace

How popular is Lashauna right now?

Holding steady — currently #1721 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2023#1721 · Top 1.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1721	479	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2022	#1726	459	▲ up 5 · +7% births
2021	#1731	429	▲ up 11599 · +6029% births
2005	#13330	7	▼ down 5137 · -42% births
2000	#8193	12	▲ up 137 · +20% births
1995	#8330	10	▼ down 4753 · -67% births
1990	#3577	30	▲ up 1664 · +114% births
1985	#5241	14	▼ down 2505 · -59% births
1980	#2736	34	▲ up 762 · +70% births
1975	#3498	20	▲ up 1538 · +82% births
1970	#5036	11	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Lashauna

Best Year2023Rank #1721

Peak Count479

Average Rank#5011

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1970 - 202311 years

The story of Lashauna

Lashauna is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1969. With 732 total births recorded, Lashauna remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #5036 in 1970 to #1721 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Lashauna in 1978:

Jennifer Melissa Jessica Amy Heather

Lashauna by decade

Lashauna peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	12
1970s	230
1980s ★	272
1990s	143
2000s	75

💎Lashauna has only 732 total recorded births since 1969 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Lashauna?

Common

LasLaUna

What names sound and feel like Lashauna?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Lashauna also consider these

Lashuna

American · A beloved name

Lashaunna

American · a feminine form

Lashayna

American · Lashayna can be

Kashauna

American · Pure, clear

Dashauna

American · A modern variant

Rashauna

American · a variant of

Tashauna

American · English

Mashauna

American · Derived from a

Common questions about the name Lashauna

What does the name Lashauna mean?

Lashauna means "Combination of the prefix 'La' with 'Shauna', meaning 'God is gracious'." — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Lashauna?

Lashauna is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Lashauna?

Lashauna originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Lashauna?

Lashauna is a three-syllable name pronounced L AE1 SH AW1 N AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Lashauna?

Lashauna pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.