Lashonda
First Name Meaning, Usage, Popularity & Related Names
Lashonda is an American name meaning “modern coinage”. It is a uncommon name, overwhelmingly used for girls, with 100% female usage.
Meaning & Origin of the name Lashonda
Lashonda is a coined name from the African-American naming tradition that gained prominence in the late 20th century. It utilizes the prefix La- common to this cultural naming style combined with the root Shonda. The name reflects a distinct linguistic pattern that prioritizes melodic syllable construction while drawing on phonetic influences from existing naming conventions.
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Gender Usage of the Name Lashonda
Overall Gender Classification Methodology
Lashonda is overwhelmingly used as a name for girls. Approximately 100% of recorded bearers are female. This classification is supported by extensive records and is considered highly reliable.
Popularity of the Name Lashonda
Note: Green bars show popularity (% of births); the violet line shows historical ranking. Data is based on official government birth records. Click any chart to view details by year and region.
Overall PopularityMethodology
Lashonda is listed under Uncommon Girl Names worldwide. Its overall popularity is supported by stronger usage in United States across the available regional markets.
| Region | Popularity | Birth Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Uncommon | 1 in every 297K births |
| United Kingdom | — | — |
| Canada | Rare | 1 in every 3.95M births |
| Australia | — | — |
Ranking OverviewMethodology
Lashonda was last recorded at #7,522 on the Popular Girls’ Names Worldwide List (2012) and has not appeared in the latest official-year lists for major markets.
Historically, its best recorded position was #889, achieved in 1974 and 1976. Its lowest recorded position was #11,171 in 2007. Over the last 16 years (1996–2012) the name fell -1771 places (from #5,751 to #7,522).
Name StyleMethodology
Lashonda is classified as Retro Girl Names because it peaked in 1977, has fallen to only 0% of that peak, and shows no material recent rebound.Characteristics of the Name Lashonda
Pronunciation & StructureMethodology
- Phonetic Source
- Namedary
- Syllables
- 3 syllables — Three-Syllable Girl Names
- Length
- 8 letters — Long Girl Names
- Starts with
- L — Girl Names Starting with L
- Ends with
- a — Girl Names Ending in “a”
Name AestheticMethodology
Lashonda incorporates three syllables with a unstressed-stressed-unstressed pattern, providing a distinct and lyrical flow. Its prevalence in late 20th-century American popular culture links it to a confident and expressive identity. This combination creates a Glamorous & Luxury aesthetic.
Middle Names For Lashonda
Middle names used with LashondaMethodology
Lashonda is most frequently used with these girl middle names: Lashonda Denise · Lashonda Renee · Lashonda Nicole · Lashonda Monique · Lashonda MarieView all 261 girl middle names.
- Total 319 middle names used with Lashonda
- 14 boy middle names used with Lashonda
- 39 unisex middle names used with Lashonda
Middle name suggestions for LashondaMethodology
Based on observed first-middle-name pattern combinations, Lashonda is most frequently associated with girl middle names that have Strong stress pattern, 5 letters, and a starting sound of “m”.
Examples: Lashonda Moore · Lashonda Mills · Lashonda Marsh · Lashonda Marks · Lashonda Moose. View all 101 suggested middle names.
Names Similar to Lashonda
Sound Like Lashonda Finder
Names with the exact same overall pronunciation and sound: Lashanda · Lashunda · Lashawnda · View all 8 names
Spelled Like Lashonda Finder
Names with similar spelling patterns and letter sequences: Lashondra · Lashona · Lashonna · View all 17 names
Same Starting Sound Finder
Names that begin with a similar phonetic sound: Linda · Lisa · Laura · View all Top 100 names
Rhymes With Lashonda Finder
Names that share similar ending sounds and rhymes: Patricia · Linda · Barbara · View all Top 100 names
Same Rhythm & Syllables Finder
Names with matching syllable stress and pronunciation rhythm: Patricia · Rebecca · Amanda · View all Top 100 names
Dictionary & Etymology of “Lashonda”
Dictionary Meaning of "Lashonda"Methodology
A female given name originating as a coinage, of African-American usage
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How to Spell Lashonda in ASL
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