Lavoy is an uncommon, unisex given name of American origin. It is derived from the French surname Laval, which means "from Laval" in reference to a region in France. The name Lavoy has been used sparingly throughout history but gained minor popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century. Despite its rarity, it does not have any significant historical figures or popular culture references associated with it. Today, Lavoy remains an unusual choice for a first name, offering parents who prefer unique monikers an appealing option.
The name Lavoy experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with peaks in the late 1920s and early 1930s, as well as in the mid-1940s to early 1950s. The most popular year for the name was 1934 with 12 births, while some years had only 5 births or fewer. Overall, there were a total of 205 births named Lavoy between 1916 and 1979.