Lafern
Lafern is a girl baby name. Ranked #38,154 in the US, popular nicknames include Laf, Lay, and Lafie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Lafern first appeared in US Social Security records in 1955.
Over 11 babies have been named Lafern in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lafern is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,154 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #38,154
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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About the Name Lafern
Lafern is a girl name .
Lafern is currently ranked #38,154 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Lafern include Laf, Lay, Lafie, and Lafeie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis