Perdita Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationper-DEE-tah / pərˈdiːtəLatin; Italian
Meaning
Latin: 'lost'; Italian: 'the lost one'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Perdita is derived from the Latin word 'perditus', meaning 'lost'. It gained popularity through its use in literature, particularly in William Shakespeare's play 'The Winter's Tale', where Perdita is a central character. The name has been used in various cultural contexts, often symbolizing themes of loss and recovery. In modern times, it remains relatively uncommon but retains a classic charm.
Trend Summary
Perdita has remained a rare name in the United States, with occasional spikes in usage, particularly influenced by literary references.
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Fictional characters named Perdita
Perdita is a character in William Shakespeare's play 'The Winter's Tale', where she is the daughter of King Leontes.
Perdita is also a character in the Disney animated film 'One Hundred and One Dalmatians', where she is the mother of the Dalmatian puppies.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Perdita was first seen in the United States in 1954. Perdita has ranked as high as #1071 nationally, which occurred in 1955, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Perdita has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1971 | 5 |