Anita

Grace; Latin origin meaning "elegance", "blessing", or "divine favor"

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Anita meaning & origin

Anita is listed in our catalog as a girl name. Its listed meaning is "Grace; Latin origin meaning "elegance", "blessing", or "divine favor"". Listed origin: Spanish.

Pronunciation

ah-NEE-tah

Catalog phonetic spelling

Popularity

We do not have a verified US birth-record ranking for Anita. Missing data does not mean a name is rare.

Nicknames

Ani

Middle Name Ideas

  • Anita Rose
  • Anita Grace
  • Anita Marie
  • Anita Jane

Famous Namesakes

  • Anita Baker (singer)
  • Anita Hill (attorney and professor)
  • Anita Ekberg (actress)

Sources & notes

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Frequently Asked Questions About Anita

What does the name Anita mean?

Anita is listed in our catalog as a girl name. Its listed meaning is "Grace; Latin origin meaning "elegance", "blessing", or "divine favor"". Listed origin: Spanish.

How do you pronounce Anita?

Our catalog's pronunciation guide is ah-NEE-tah. Pronunciation can vary by language and family.

How popular is the name Anita?

We do not have a verified US birth-record ranking for Anita. Missing data does not mean a name is rare.

What nickname ideas could work for Anita?

Ideas to try include Ani. These are suggestions, not a measure of usage.

What middle names could work with Anita?

Try Anita Rose, Anita Grace, Anita Marie, Anita Jane aloud with your surname. These pairings are subjective suggestions.

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