Lupita: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: l-oop-eet-ah
Origin: Mexico
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Andean States, Southern Cone, North Africa, Southern Europe, Western Asia, Central America, Middle East
Meaning: Little wolf

Lupita is a Spanish diminutive form of the name Guadalupe, which is derived from Arabic and Latin. Lupita means 'little wolf' or 'valley of the wolf. ' Originally popular in Spanish-speaking communities, particularly in Mexico and other Latin American countries, Lupita has gained global recognition. Lupita gained increased global recognition after Lupita Nyong'o won an Academy Award, but the name was already well-known and used in various cultures, particularly in Mexican and Latin American communities. Today, Lupita is cherished for its cultural significance and the graceful, independent spirit it embodies.

Lupita Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Lupita is currently #3309 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Lupita is currently #1840 on Kiindred Girl Names

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