Selita Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsuh-LEE-tah / səˈliːtəLatin; African
Meaning
Latin: 'blessed'; African: 'one who is blessed'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Selita has roots in both Latin and African cultures. In Latin, it is associated with blessings and positive attributes. In some African cultures, the name signifies a person who brings good fortune. The name is relatively modern and has gained some popularity in recent years.
Trend Summary
The name Selita has seen a modest rise in usage in recent years.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Selita was first seen in the United States in 1958. Selita has ranked as high as #1152 nationally, which occurred in 1988, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Selita has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 8 |