US Popularity:12471
Origin:Spanish
Other Origin(s):Latin
Meaning:Blessed
With the fitting meaning of “blessed,” Benita is a beautiful girl’s name that just rolls off the tongue with delight. Its Spanish origins lend to comparisons with other titles featuring that delicate -ita ending Benita, like Juanita and Anita, but Benita definitely holds its own. Describing the feelings of joy and wonder at your little one’s arrival perfectly, the moniker is certainly heartwarming. If you’re looking for a name to pay homage to your roots and baby’s welcome place in your life, then why not go for Benita?

How Popular Is The Name Benita?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Benita is currently #3986 on The Bump
Girl:Benita is currently #2660 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Benita is currently #12471 in U.S. births
Girl:Benita is currently #7267 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#7267
in 2023
+ 1334
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 91

  • Name Doctor, Benita

  • Behind the Name, Benita, February 2019

  • Behind the Name, Benito, April 2024

  • Behind the Name, Benedicto, April 2024

  • Behind the Name, Benedict, June 2019

  • WordSense Dictionary, Benedict

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