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Origin: American

Meaning: Yew wood

Lavonna is a feminine name of American and French origin to embrace baby’s inner tree-hugger. Coming from the French name Yvonne, it translates to “yew wood.” The yew tree has held many uses over the years, from medicine to woodwork. Yew trees were also used as a way to guide the dead toward the afterlife, making it a lovely choice if you want to celebrate baby’s gothic side. Whether baby leans toward the brightness of nature or the darkness of graveyards, the name Lavonna will make for a lovely lifelong inspiration.