Lavon
Hebrew · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Lavon
Lavon is a modern name derived from the Hebrew name Lavan (לָבָן), meaning "white" or referring to frankincense, with roots in Semitic languages.
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Etymology
Lavon is a modern name derived from the Hebrew name Lavan (לָבָן), meaning "white" or referring to frankincense, with roots in Semitic languages. The name is primarily used in Jewish communities and has gained some popularity in African American culture during the 20th century, particularly in the United States.
Lavon currently ranks #18,369 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1924.
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