Lavaughn
French/Latin · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Lavaughn
Lavaughn is a modern American given name combining the French prefix "La-" with "Vaughn," derived from the Old French name "Vanne" or Latin "Valerianus," ultimately meaning "strong" or "worthy." The name is primarily used in African American communities in the United States, emerging as a creative naming variation during the late 20th century with no significant historical precedent.
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Etymology
Lavaughn is a modern American given name combining the French prefix "La-" with "Vaughn," derived from the Old French name "Vanne" or Latin "Valerianus," ultimately meaning "strong" or "worthy." The name is primarily used in African American communities in the United States, emerging as a creative naming variation during the late 20th century with no significant historical precedent.
Lavaughn currently ranks #7,996 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1923.
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