Laferne
A girl's name of French origin with 46 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Laferne is a two-syllable girl's name with a open, approachable sound — ending on a vowel softens the overall impression. With only 46 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.
Laferne is not in the current top 1,000 girl names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Laferne is a girl's baby name of French origin, a variant of LaVerne or Laverne, from the French place name La Verne, possibly meaning 'the alder grove' or 'the spring,' from the Latin verna (spring). LaVerne became popular in mid-20th century America, partly through comedic actress Laverne Andrews of the Andrews Sisters.
Laferne is a rare variant spelling. The underlying LaVerne carries a warm, mid-century American character — the kind of name that feels authentically vintage and is ripe for rediscovery.
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Laferne is cataloged under the French naming tradition. French names blend Latin roots with Norman, Frankish, and Gallic influences, often lending an air of elegance and formality.
In the U.S., Laferne has been recorded as a girl's name since 1919, with 46 total births. Browse the French names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Laferne has 7+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1919.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 1930s | 15 | ▼ |
| 1920s | 26 | ▲ |
| 1910s | 5 | — |
The Story of Laferne
A Greatest Generation name
Peaking in 1923, Laferne is a name steeped in history. Girls named Laferne are most likely born between 1919 and 1933.
How rare is Laferne?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Laferne is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1919, peaked in the 1920s with 26 births that decade, and remains solidly popular today.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(7 years, 1919–1938)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1938 | 10 | #2832 |
| 1934 | 5 | #4640 |
| 1926 | 5 | #5257 |
| 1923 | 10 | #3244 |
| 1922 | 6 | #4729 |
| 1920 | 5 | #5369 |
| 1919 | 5 | #5185 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1919–1938