Laverda is an Italian surname and given name of Lombardic origin, derived from the Germanic personal name "Leuthari," which means "famous warrior." It was first recorded as a family name in the 13th century in northern Italy, specifically in the province of Como. The Laverda family, known for their motorcycle manufacturing company, traces its roots back to the village of Laveno, located on Lake Maggiore in Lombardy. The surname has since spread across various regions of Italy and beyond.
"The name Laverda experienced fluctuating popularity over the years, with peaks in the early 1920s and late 1940s, but has seen a consistent decline since the mid-20th century."