Laquashia is a distinctive and unique given name, of African American origin, that has gained popularity in recent decades. Derived from the name LaQuasha, which itself is thought to have been created by combining elements from various names like LaShonda, LaToya, and Quashia (meaning 'beautiful' or 'life'). The name Laquashia typically follows the trend of names popularized during the 1980s and 1990s in the United States that incorporate creative spellings and combinations of familiar elements. It is often seen as a reflection of the individuality and creativity of its bearers, while still maintaining a connection to traditional naming practices through its component parts.
The name Laquashia experienced a steady increase in popularity from 1987 to its peak in 1992 with 10 births that year. However, it then declined steadily until 1995, followed by another slight increase before gradually decreasing again. Overall, there were 70 babies named Laquashia between 1987 and 1997.