Lashonta is an unique and striking given name of African American origin, derived from the Arabic word 'Al-Shawkat', meaning 'good fortune' or 'strength'. It is a feminine variant spelling of Lashonda, which itself stems from the combination of the Arabic elements 'Al' and 'Shanda', signifying 'beautiful'. This distinctive name lends itself well to those looking for an uncommon yet meaningful appellation for their daughter.
The name Lashonta experienced significant popularity from the mid-70s to late 80s, with peaks in 1977 (21 births) and 1984 (13 births). However, it declined sharply thereafter, with fewer than 10 births recorded each year after 1986. Notably, there were no reported births for this name in 1994 and 1996-2001, and only five births each in 1995 and 1997, suggesting a substantial decrease in usage during those years. As of the latest data available (2002), there were six births recorded for Lashonta.