Lavarius
A blend of the names Lavar and Darius, possibly derived from Latin roots.
Name Census estimates that about 130 living Americans carry the first name Lavarius. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Lavarius today is around 26 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Lavarius births was 2007 (11 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Lavarius. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
130
~ 1 in 2,636,572 Americans
Peak year
2007
11 babies that year
Average age
26
years old
2018 SSA rank
#10,292
Tracked since 1983
Popularity
Lavarius: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Lavarius from the 1980s through to the 2010s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 57 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Lavarius by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Lavarius during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Lavarius
The name Lavarius is of Latin origin, with its roots dating back to the ancient Roman Empire. The name is derived from the Latin word "lavare," which means "to wash" or "to bathe." This connection suggests that the name may have been associated with occupations or activities related to bathing, cleanliness, or water.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lavarius can be found in a Roman inscription from the 2nd century AD. This inscription, discovered in the ruins of a public bathhouse in the city of Ostia Antica, mentions a man named Lavarius who was likely involved in the operation or maintenance of the bathhouse.
During the Middle Ages, the name Lavarius appeared occasionally in various historical records and manuscripts, particularly in regions with strong Roman influences. It was not an extremely common name, but it was present in some communities across Europe.
In the 12th century, a monk named Lavarius is mentioned in the chronicles of the Benedictine monastery of Monte Cassino in Italy. This Lavarius was known for his skill in illuminating manuscripts and creating intricate calligraphic works.
In the 15th century, a renowned Italian artist and sculptor named Lavarius Fiorentino (1420-1490) gained recognition for his contributions to the Renaissance art movement. His works can be found in various churches and public buildings throughout Italy.
Another notable figure with the name Lavarius was a French scholar and philosopher named Lavarius de Vauvenargues (1715-1747). He is best known for his influential work on moral philosophy and his insightful reflections on human nature.
In the 19th century, a German composer and pianist named Lavarius Müller (1831-1892) gained recognition for his contributions to the Romantic music era. His compositions, while not as widely celebrated as those of his contemporaries, were praised for their emotional depth and technical mastery.
While the name Lavarius has not been exceedingly common throughout history, these examples showcase its presence in various contexts and disciplines across different time periods and regions. The name's connection to cleanliness and water has given it a unique character and historical significance.
People
Lavarius + last name combinations
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Related
Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Lavarius: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Lavarius?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 130 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Lavarius going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 2,636,572 US residents.
Is Lavarius a common name?
We classify Lavarius as "Very Rare". It ranks above 68.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 133 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Lavarius most popular?
The single biggest year for Lavarius was 2007, when 11 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Lavarius is about 26 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Lavarius a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Lavarius in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.