Lavelle is an unusual yet captivating given name, of Irish origin. It is derived from the Gaelic surname 'Ó Laibheala', which means 'descendant of the warrior noble'. The name has been used sparsely over time, lending it a distinctive and independent character. Lavelle is often associated with intelligence and creativity, as it has been bestowed upon notable individuals in fields such as literature and academia.
The name Lavelle experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the course of a century, with a peak in births occurring in 1917 (55 births) and another notable high in 1915 (34 births). However, there were several years where the name was quite uncommon, such as in 2007, 2012, and 2019, with only 5 births each year. Overall, the total number of births registered as Lavelle over this period is 1581.