Luverne is a unisex name of American origin. It is pronounced as LOO-vurn (/luːvərn/) in American English. The variation of this name is Laverne. Luverne has been recorded as a given name for both boys and girls in the state of Minnesota since the early 20th century. While its popularity has fluctuated over the years, it continues to be a unique choice for parents looking for a gender-neutral name with historical significance.
Luverne Nora Wise Albert was the first female football player to score on a men's team and played as a placekicker and quarterback for Atmore High School in the late 1930s and early 1940s. |