Ita Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationEE-tah / ˈiː.tɑːIrish; Hebrew
Meaning
Irish: thirst; Hebrew: God is my salvation
Historical & Cultural Background
In Irish culture, Ita is often associated with Saint Ita, a 6th-century abbess and founder of a monastery in County Limerick. The name has also been used in Hebrew-speaking communities, where it carries a religious significance. It is relatively uncommon in modern usage but has historical roots in both cultures. The name reflects a blend of spiritual and natural themes.
Trend Summary
The name Ita is rare in the United States and has not shown significant popularity trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ita
- Itaí
International Variants
- Ita (Irish)
- Ita (Hebrew)
Famous people named Ita
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Fictional characters named Ita
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ita was first seen in the United States in 1900. Ita has ranked as high as #1337 nationally, which occurred in 2013, and has been most popular in New York, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Ita has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ita (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 8 | |
| NJ | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1901 | 5 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1908 | 6 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1918 | 10 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 14 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 25 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 21 |
| 2024 | 12 |