A modern combination of the prefix La- and Shonda.
Lashonda is an American-invented name that gained popularity in the late 20th century. It combines the popular 'La-' prefix with the name Shonda, which is often considered a variant of Shawna or Rhonda. It represents a creative naming tradition within African American culture.
Less common today
Lashonda isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #894 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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