The cleanser or one who washes
Lavar is likely derived from the Spanish and Portuguese verb 'lavar', meaning 'to wash'. In an American context, it gained prominence in the late 20th century, often associated with strength and athletic achievement. It is sometimes considered a modern American coinage using the 'La-' prefix popular in African American naming traditions.
Less common today
Lavar isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,228 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Actor and host of Reading Rainbow
NFL linebacker
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