LaVell
LaVell is a given name and surname that is most commonly found in the United States, where it is most frequently encountered among African-American communities. The name is sometimes considered a variant spelling of the French surname Lavelle or Lavall, which is derived from the Old French “la vallee” meaning “the valley.” The use of the capitalized “V” in the middle of the spelling is a characteristic found in American naming practices that emphasize unique personal identity.
Although the surname LaVell has modest origins in French toponymy, its recorded use in English‑speaking countries
Prominent figures who share the name include LaVell Edwards, former head football coach at Brigham Young University
The name remains in use today, both as a personal name and as a family surname, though