NAME PROFILE
Benita
Benita is a feminine name derived from the Latin word 'benedictus,' meaning 'blessed.' It carries a sense of positivity and grace, often reflecting a person who brings joy and kindness to those around them.
Key Stats
| Total births | 13,669 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1961 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2015 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 29%CA — 23%IL — 19%NY — 17%PA — 12%
Notable People
Benita Brueggemann (Artist) · Benita Faulkner (Author) · Benita Alexander (Journalist) · Benita Bizarre (Musician) · Benita Parry (Scholar)
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