BENITA
The meaning of the girl name Benita is BLESSED.
Details on BENITA:
- Gender:
- Girl
- Meaning(s):
- Blessed
- Popularity for Girl:
- 21,482nd in the USA (bottom 20%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
8 births
BENITA as a GIRL in 2024
The meaning(s) of BENITA:
The name Benita is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Benita is: Blessed. Feminine of Benedict.
The name Benita is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Benita is: Blessed. Feminine of Benedict.
The name Benita is a Spanish baby name. In Spanish the meaning of the name Benita is: A feminine form of the Latin Benedict meaning blessed.
USA birth(s) for BENITA by year:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name BENITA
BENITA as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 8 births |
| 2023 | 15 births |
| 2022 | 12 births |
| 2021 | 20 births |
| 2020 | 11 births |
| 2019 | 13 births |
| 2018 | 11 births |
| 2017 | 12 births |
| 2016 | 14 births |
| 2015 | 22 births |
| 2014 | 15 births |
| 2013 | 11 births |
| 2012 | 23 births |
| 2011 | 11 births |
| 2010 | 17 births |
| 2009 | 22 births |
| 2008 | 18 births |
| 2007 | 25 births |
| 2006 | 20 births |
| 2005 | 21 births |
| 2004 | 21 births |
| 2003 | 16 births |
| 2002 | 28 births |
| 2001 | 23 births |
| 2000 | 27 births |
| 1999 | 27 births |
| 1998 | 29 births |
| 1997 | 37 births |
| 1996 | 39 births |
| 1995 | 46 births |
| 1994 | 46 births |
| 1993 | 45 births |
About the name BENITA
Benita, a name that dances gently on the tongue, originates from the Latin word "benedictus," meaning "blessed." This melodic name carries with it the warmth of goodwill and the promise of a life filled with grace. Popular in Spanish-speaking countries, such as Mexico and Spain, Benita evokes images of vibrant cultures and rich traditions, where the essence of community and familial bonds is cherished. It also finds resonance in Italy, where it symbolizes beauty and kindness, often associated with a nurturing spirit. In various forms, such as Benita or Benedetta, the name weaves through the tapestry of history, embodying the enduring strength of women who are both gentle and resilient. As a name, Benita invites a future filled with love, compassion, and a profound sense of belonging—a perfect choice for a child destined to leave a positive mark on the world.
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