Lashanna

Lashanna appears to be a modern compound name combining the prefix 'La' with 'Shanna.' The prefix 'La' is commonly used in names and may derive from French influence meaning 'the.' Shanna likely stems from the Irish name Shannah, a variant of Shannon, meaning 'wise river' or 'old river.' Alternatively, it could be linked to the Hebrew name Shoshana meaning 'lily' or 'rose.' The compound structure became more common in the United States from the 1970s onward. While especially popular during the 1970s-1990s, usage data shows declining frequency in recent years. The name exhibits phonetic appeal with its melodic flow and rhythmic syllable pattern, which may contribute to its attraction as a personal name.

Pronounced luh-SHAN-uh.

As of October 2026, Lashanna ranked #16668 for girls in US births in 2007 SSA, peaked at #1603 for girls in 1977.