Holding steady.
Popularity of Genita since 1921
Babies named Genita per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1961, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Genita's real moment was 1974.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 28 |
| 1930s | 17 |
| 1940s | 19 |
| 1950s | 97 |
| 1960s | 101 |
| 1970s | 101 |
| 1980s | 63 |
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Genita is a rare modern name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1921 and experienced its peak usage in 1974. It has never ranked in the top 1,000 names and has remained consistently stable in its low frequency over the decades. The name is likely a feminine elaboration of Genito or a variant of Juanita, both of which have roots in Spanish and Italian naming traditions. Despite its rarity, Genita offers a distinct and melodic option for parents seeking an uncommon name with a familiar sound. Its stable trajectory suggests it is an occasional choice rather than a passing fad, appealing to those who prefer names that are recognizable yet seldom used.
Genita is a rare modern coinage, likely a feminine elaboration of the name Genito or a variant of Juanita. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1921, with its peak usage occurring in 1974. The name has never ranked among the top 1,000 names and has remained consistently rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gen, Nita
Variants: Juanita
Sibling names for Genita
Names that share Genita's style, for a brother or sister.
