Denita
Denita is a girl's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
God is my judge (if derived from Danita/Daniel) or combination name.
Origin and history
Denita is a modern American name, likely created as a variant of Danita or a blend combining the prefix 'De-' with names ending in '-ita'. It gained moderate popularity in the United States during the mid-to-late 20th century. Today, it is rarely given to newborns in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
2,750 babies in the United States have been named Denita since 1880. It ranks #3372 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- IL (13.5 %)
- CA (13.3 %)
- TX (11.7 %)
- NC (9 %)
- OH (8.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 11 |
| 1950-1960 | 357 |
| 1960-1970 | 991 |
| 1970-1980 | 725 |
| 1980-1990 | 467 |
| 1990-2000 | 164 |
| 2000-2010 | 30 |
| 2010-2019 | 5 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- Denita experienced its highest U.S. usage between the 1960s and 1980s before declining in frequency.
- The name reflects the mid-century American trend of adding the popular prefix 'De-' to feminine names.