Lafoya
Lafoya is a girl baby name. Ranked #60,317 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
Lafoya first appeared in US Social Security records in 1976.
Over 10 babies have been named Lafoya in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lafoya is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #60,317 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #60,317
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Lafoya
Lafoya is a girl name .
Lafoya is currently ranked #60,317 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Lafoya include Laf, Lay, Lafie, and Lafoie. 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