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Lavan

LAH-van

Lavan is a boy’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Meaning 'white' or 'shining,' Lavan is a Hebrew name, often associated with purity and brightness.”, and peaked in popularity in 1977.

Letters5
Syllables2
OriginHebrew

What Lavan Means

Meaning 'white' or 'shining,' Lavan is a Hebrew name, often associated with purity and brightness.

The Story of Lavan

Imagine a child whose name is whispered like the first glint of light on a clear morning.

Lavan is a name steeped in Hebrew tradition, first appearing in records in the early 20th century. Its roots suggest a connection to the concept of whiteness, purity, and brightness.

This name is for your son, a child you see as embodying an inner light. You envision him approaching the world with an honest and gentle spirit, his presence a calm illumination.

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Numerology

3

The Creative

Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.

Personality Traits

IntelligentHonestGentleKind

Peak Year

#10 in 1977

Total Births

290

First Recorded

1918

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