Lavella

“related to a brook or stream”

English origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1389US 2023

811Births / yr

→Stable

411All-time births

📅 Since 191100

How to pronounce Lavella

LAH·VEL·uh

/ˈlɑ.ˈvɛl.ə/ · stress on LAH · 3 syllables

“related to a brook or stream”

English origin · Girl name

What does Lavella mean and where does it come from?

Lavella can be thought to derive from Italian origins, where 'lavello' means 'a sink or brook.' English speakers may also find Lavella aesthetic and usable as a modern name. It may be appealing due to its similarity to names like Lavinia. However, it is not a traditionally common name, making it sta

Cultural significance

Lavella has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of related to a brook or stream.

Peak popularity

Reached #2169 in 1939 — currently #1389 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Lavella?

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

Lavella Grace

How popular is Lavella right now?

Holding steady — currently #1389 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1920–2023#1389 · Top 1.0%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1389	811	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2022	#1394	791	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2021	#1399	761	▲ up 6779 · +15120% births
1970	#8178	5	▼ down 1473
1965	#6705	5	▼ down 1839 · -29% births
1955	#4866	7	▲ up 38 · +17% births
1950	#4904	6	▼ down 1393 · -25% births
1945	#3511	8	▲ up 1085 · +60% births
1940	#4596	5	▼ down 1019 · -29% births
1935	#3577	7	▼ down 798 · -36% births
1930	#2779	11	▼ down 511 · -35% births
1925	#2268	17	▲ up 1914 · +143% births
1920	#4182	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Lavella

Best Year2023Rank #1389

Peak Count811

Average Rank#3827

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1920 - 202313 years

The story of Lavella

Lavella entered American naming records in 1911 and has been in use for over 113 years. With 411 total births recorded, Lavella remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4182 in 1920 to #1389 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Lavella in 1939:

Mary Barbara Patricia Betty Shirley

Lavella by decade

Lavella peaked in the 1930s. See all 1930s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	59
1920s ★	101
1930s	90
1940s	53
1950s	52
1960s	25
1970s	25
1990s	6

💎Lavella has only 411 total recorded births since 1911 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Lavella?

Common

LavLavieLavyElla

What names sound and feel like Lavella?

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

American · Youthful, lively

Lavenna

English · A variant of

Jazella

English · A beloved name

Jabella

English · English

Common questions about the name Lavella

What does the name Lavella mean?

Lavella means "related to a brook or stream" — a name rooted in English 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 Lavella?

Lavella 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 Lavella?

Lavella originates from English tradition. English 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 Lavella?

Lavella is a three-syllable name pronounced L AA1 V EH1 L AH0. 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 Lavella?

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