Benita: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: b-ehn-eet-ah
Origin: United States
gender-female

Emmy Samtani

Emmy Samtani

Emmy is the founder of Kiindred and mother to 3 little ones. Over the last 4 years, she has worked with some of the most credible experts in the parenting space and is a keen contributor on all things parenthood.
Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North America
Meaning: Of Spanish origin, meaning "blessed."

Benita is a name with Latin American and Spanish origins, meaning "blessed" or "fortunate." The name has a rich history, dating back to the Middle Ages, where it was popularized by Saint Benita, a 4th-century saint known for her piety and kindness. Over time, the name has evolved to become a symbol of good fortune and prosperity. Benita is important because it reflects the cultural heritage and spiritual values of Latin American communities.

Benita Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Benita is currently #12467 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Benita is currently #7066 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Benita is currently #6090 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Benita is currently #3408 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Benita is currently #6284 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Benita is currently #3555 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

Popularity Trend Chart

Wikipedia, NSW Births Deaths and Marriages, QLD Registry of Births, Deaths & Marriages, WA Registry of Births, SA Registry of Births, VIC Registry of Births, Social Security Administration

arrow-icon Benita
arrow-icon