Lita Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationLEE-tah / ˈliːtəSpanish; Italian; Hebrew
Meaning
Spanish: joyful; Italian: light; Hebrew: God is my light
Historical & Cultural Background
Lita is often considered a diminutive of names like Leticia or Elita. In Spanish-speaking cultures, it conveys a sense of joy and happiness. The name has also been used in various forms across different cultures, reflecting light and brightness.
Trend Summary
Lita has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lita
- Litae
International Variants
- Lita (Spanish)
- Lita (Italian)
- Lita (Hebrew)
Famous people named Lita
Lita Ford is a musician known for her work as a guitarist and vocalist in the heavy metal band The Runaways.
Lita Hayworth was a famous American actress and dancer, known as one of the top stars of Hollywood's Golden Age.
Lita Kharouba is a notable figure in the field of literature, recognized for her contributions to contemporary poetry.
Lita Roza was a British singer who gained fame in the 1950s and was the first female to top the UK Singles Chart.
Fictional characters named Lita
Lita is a character in the anime series 'Sailor Moon,' known for her strong personality and fighting skills.
Lita is a character in the video game series 'Final Fantasy,' often depicted as a warrior with a strong sense of justice.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lita was first seen in the United States in 1888. Lita has ranked as high as #1011 nationally, which occurred in 1960, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, Pennsylvania, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Lita has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lita (2022)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1888 | 6 |
1889 | 5 |
1893 | 5 |
1903 | 7 |
1905 | 7 |
1906 | 10 |
1907 | 5 |
1908 | 9 |
1909 | 7 |
1910 | 14 |
1911 | 8 |
1912 | 7 |
1913 | 19 |
1914 | 11 |
1915 | 24 |
1916 | 16 |
1917 | 22 |
1918 | 23 |
1919 | 18 |
1920 | 21 |
1921 | 29 |
1922 | 17 |
1923 | 23 |
1924 | 32 |
1925 | 42 |
1926 | 44 |
1927 | 109 |
1928 | 63 |
1929 | 59 |
1930 | 74 |
1931 | 85 |
1932 | 74 |
1933 | 63 |
1934 | 48 |
1935 | 42 |
1936 | 49 |
1937 | 53 |
1938 | 36 |
1939 | 31 |
1940 | 30 |
1941 | 32 |
1942 | 21 |
1943 | 29 |
1944 | 30 |
1945 | 42 |
1946 | 21 |
1947 | 37 |
1948 | 39 |
1949 | 50 |
1950 | 47 |
1951 | 36 |
1952 | 57 |
1953 | 65 |
1954 | 75 |
1955 | 96 |
1956 | 88 |
1957 | 112 |
1958 | 104 |
1959 | 99 |
1960 | 135 |
1961 | 90 |
1962 | 79 |
1963 | 82 |
1964 | 72 |
1965 | 59 |
1966 | 47 |
1967 | 41 |
1968 | 35 |
1969 | 34 |
1970 | 34 |
1971 | 39 |
1972 | 28 |
1973 | 30 |
1974 | 17 |
1975 | 31 |
1976 | 13 |
1977 | 19 |
1978 | 16 |
1979 | 11 |
1980 | 16 |
1981 | 16 |
1982 | 16 |
1983 | 13 |
1984 | 12 |
1985 | 15 |
1986 | 18 |
1987 | 14 |
1988 | 37 |
1989 | 49 |
1990 | 53 |
1991 | 38 |
1992 | 30 |
1993 | 33 |
1994 | 24 |
1995 | 24 |
1996 | 14 |
1997 | 11 |
1998 | 15 |
1999 | 15 |
2000 | 31 |
2001 | 80 |
2002 | 55 |
2003 | 53 |
2004 | 58 |
2005 | 63 |
2006 | 28 |
2007 | 13 |
2008 | 22 |
2009 | 24 |
2010 | 13 |
2011 | 19 |
2012 | 22 |
2013 | 29 |
2014 | 25 |
2015 | 14 |
2016 | 18 |
2017 | 31 |
2018 | 9 |
2019 | 20 |
2020 | 19 |
2021 | 23 |
2022 | 28 |
2023 | 15 |
2024 | 13 |