Lashonda

MEANING

ORIGIN

American

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from a combination of 'La' and 'Shonda', where 'Shonda' is possibly a variant of the name 'Shawna', a feminine form of 'Shawn', which is derived from 'Sean', an Irish form of 'John'.

CULTURAL NOTES

Often used in African American communities as a name capturing both modern and traditional elements.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

The name Lashonda became popular in the United States during the late 20th century, especially within African American families.