The name Lashawna is of African origin, derived from the Swahili word 'Lasha' meaning 'to speak'. It signifies eloquence and expression. This unique moniker gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century.
The name Lashawna experienced significant popularity during the 1970s and early 1980s, with a peak of 76 births recorded in 1984. However, its usage has declined steadily since then, with fewer than 20 births occurring each year from 2000 onwards. Overall, there have been a total of 1802 births registered as Lashawna between 1965 and 2016.