Laval
Pronunciation: [ l-uhv-AHL ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Laval first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 166 babies have been named Laval in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Laval is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #20,433 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #20,433
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Laval
Laval is a boy name .
Laval is currently ranked #20,433 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Laval include Lav, Lay, Laie, and Lavkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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