Holding steady.
Popularity of Cerita since 1952
Babies named Cerita per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 13 |
| 1960s | 44 |
| 1970s | 13 |
| 1980s | 29 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Cerita is a rare name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1952. It reached its peak popularity in 1963, during the 1960s, but never entered the national Top 1000. The name has remained stable in usage over the decades, with very few births per year. While its exact etymology is debated, the name likely arose as a modern American coinage or as a variant of similar-sounding names like Charita or Ceri. Because it has never been common, Cerita does not have strong associations with any particular region or cultural group. Its rarity gives it a distinctive quality, appealing to parents seeking an uncommon name with a soft, melodic sound.
Cerita first appeared in U.S. records in the 1950s. It may be a feminine elaboration of the Welsh name Ceri, or a variant of Charita (from Latin caritas 'dearness'), but its exact derivation is uncertain. The name saw modest use in the 1960s and has remained rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ceri, Rita
Sibling names for Cerita
Names that share Cerita's style, for a brother or sister.
