Ladean is a unique and distinctive given name of English origin. It is believed to have been derived from the Old English words "hlæd" which means "happy" or "cheerful," and "eag" which signifies "edge" or "point." Therefore, Ladean could be interpreted as meaning "happy edge" or "cheerful point."
The name Ladean is not particularly common, but it has been recorded in various forms throughout history. For instance, there was a Ladeane Bussell who was born in Virginia in 1632 and became one of the first settlers in the Colony of Maryland. Additionally, Ladeana Patterson, an American basketball player, played for the University of Texas at El Paso in the late 1980s.
While not extensively used today, Ladean remains a unique and interesting name choice that carries with it a rich history and positive connotation. Its rare usage ensures that anyone named Ladean stands out from the crowd while still having a strong cultural heritage behind their name.
The given statistics illustrate the number of newborn girls named Ladean in the United States each year from 1913 to 1982. The highest peak occurred in 1961 with 20 births, while the lowest was recorded in 1913 and 1970, with only 5 births each year. Throughout these years, there were a total of 568 newborn girls named Ladean in the United States.