Holding steady.
Popularity of Davita since 1954
Babies named Davita per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 20 |
| 1960s | 123 |
| 1970s | 167 |
| 1980s | 239 |
| 1990s | 126 |
| 2000s | 26 |
| 2010s | 8 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Davita is a rare feminine name that first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1954, during a period when names with the -ita suffix (e.g., Juanita, Senorita) enjoyed some popularity. However, Davita never entered the mainstream. Its peak year was 1985, when it still registered only a handful of births. Since then, the name has remained stable at very low frequency, with no top states showing concentrated use. The name appears to be a playful elaboration of David (Hebrew for 'beloved') using a Spanish-inflected ending, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding choice. Despite its rarity, Davita carries a melodic, feminine quality that aligns with names like Davina or Vita. Without a strong historical or cultural anchor, Davita remains a modern, under-the-radar option.
Davita appears to be a modern feminine coinage, likely derived from David (Hebrew: 'beloved') combined with the popular -ita suffix. It emerged in the mid-20th century, first recorded in the United States in 1954, and saw modest use in the 1980s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Davi, Vita
Sibling names for Davita
Names that share Davita's style, for a brother or sister.
