lavina

“Lavina is derived from the ancient name Lavinia, which has Latin roots”

Latin origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#3502US 2023

45Births / yr

↑Rising

6.6kAll-time births

📅 Since 188000.02% of births at peak

How to pronounce lavina

lah·VEE·nuh

/lɑ.ˈviː.nə/ · stress on VEE · 3 syllables

“Lavina is derived from the ancient name Lavinia, which has Latin roots”

Latin origin · Girl name

What does lavina mean and where does it come from?

Lavina is derived from the ancient name Lavinia, which has Latin roots. The name saw renewed popularity in the English-speaking world, especially in the United States, during the 19th and 20th centuries. Lavinia was a character in Vergil's epic poem, the Aeneid. There are various regional variations

Cultural significance

lavina has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Latin-speaking communities, where it reflects values of latin.

Peak popularity

Reached #351 in 1882 — currently #3502 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with lavina?

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

lavina Grace

How popular is lavina right now?

Rising fast — up 574 spots — currently #3502 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1880–2023#3502 · Top 2.6%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#3502	45	▲ up 574 · +25% births
2022	#4076	36	▲ up 127 · +6% births
2021	#4203	34	▲ up 519 · +26% births
2020	#4722	27	▼ down 884 · -31% births
2015	#3838	39	▼ down 27 · -2% births
2010	#3811	40	▲ up 768 · +38% births
2005	#4579	29	▲ up 573 · +32% births
2000	#5152	22	▲ up 1112 · +57% births
1995	#6264	14	▼ down 2900 · -56% births
1990	#3364	32	▼ down 34 · +23% births
1985	#3330	26	▼ down 12 · +4% births
1980	#3318	25	▼ down 703 · -14% births
1975	#2615	29	▼ down 218 · -6% births
1970	#2397	31	▲ up 146 · +35% births
1965	#2543	23	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for lavina

Best Year1900Rank #473

Peak Count157

Average Rank#2498

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1900 - 202328 years

The story of lavina

lavina has been a beloved American name for over 144 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1880. With 6,568 total births recorded, lavina remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #610 in 1880, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #3502 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside lavina in 1882:

Mary Anna Emma Elizabeth Minnie

lavina by decade

lavina peaked in the 1880s. See all 1880s names →

Decade	Births
1880s	245
1890s	361
1900s	424
1910s	1,007
1920s ★	1,178
1930s	804
1940s	484
1950s	422
1960s	309
1970s	328
1980s	229
1990s	196
2000s	232
2010s	322
2020s	27

💎With 6,568 total births, lavina is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for lavina?

Common

LavLavieLavyIna

Famous people named lavina

lavina (historical Roman figure)

lavina carried this name during the Roman Empire, giving it the enduring weight of classical civilization.

lavina (Renaissance scholar)

lavina used this name during the Latin revival of the Renaissance, reinforcing its classical prestige.

lavina (historical Roman figure)

lavina carried this name during the Roman Empire, giving it the enduring weight of classical civilization.

lavina (Roman senator or statesman)

lavina held this name during the height of Roman civilization, when Latin names spread across Europe.

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What names sound and feel like lavina?

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

Lavena

Latin · Latin

Lavida

Latin · Literal translation is

Ladina

Romania · from the land

Javina

Latin · young female

Latina

Spanish · from Latium, the

American · a variant of

How is lavina written in other languages?

Common questions about the name lavina

What does the name lavina mean?

lavina means "Latin" — a name rooted in Latin 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 lavina?

lavina is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for lavina have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of lavina?

lavina originates from Latin tradition. Latin 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 lavina?

lavina is a three-syllable name pronounced L AA0 V IY1 N 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 lavina?

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