Holding steady.
Popularity of Annita since 1916
Babies named Annita per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1956, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Annita's real moment was 1941.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 17 |
| 1920s | 65 |
| 1930s | 118 |
| 1940s | 271 |
| 1950s | 326 |
| 1960s | 260 |
| 1970s | 162 |
| 1980s | 75 |
| 1990s | 37 |
| 2000s | 37 |
| 2010s | 8 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Annita is a spelling variant of Anita, itself a diminutive of the Spanish Ana, meaning 'grace'. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1916, but it has never entered the top 1,000 names, maintaining a stable but low profile. Its peak year was 1941, when it was given to 5 out of every million newborn girls. While Annita has not seen a revival, it remains a recognizable alternative to the more common Anita, appealing to parents seeking a slightly distinct spelling of a classic name.
Annita is a spelling variant of Anita, which originated as a Spanish diminutive of Ana. Ana is the Spanish form of Hannah, a Hebrew name meaning 'grace' or 'favor'. The name Anita gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the early 20th century, with Annita emerging as an alternative spelling.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Annie, Nita, Anna
Sibling names for Annita
Names that share Annita's style, for a brother or sister.
