Benita
Benita: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Benita
- A female given name from Spanish.
Etymology
Borrowed from Spanish Benita.
How popular is Benita?
Since 1880, 13,669 girls in the U.S. have been named Benita. Its highest rank for girls was #445 in 1961. In 2025, 11 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Benita
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Benita
Sister and brother names that share Benita's Spanish roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Benita FAQ
What does the name Benita mean?
A female given name from Spanish. Borrowed from Spanish Benita.
What is the origin of the name Benita?
Benita is listed as a name of Spanish origin.
How popular is the name Benita?
Since 1880, 13,669 girls in the U.S. have been named Benita. Its highest rank for girls was #445 in 1961. In 2025, 11 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Benita a boy or girl name?
Benita is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 13,669 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.