Holding steady.
Popularity of Larita since 1919
Babies named Larita per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 6 |
| 1920s | 40 |
| 1930s | 165 |
| 1940s | 196 |
| 1950s | 364 |
| 1960s | 307 |
| 1970s | 267 |
| 1980s | 218 |
| 1990s | 76 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Larita is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1919. Its peak year was 1957, when it saw its highest usage, though it never achieved widespread popularity. The name has maintained a stable trajectory in the decades since, but it remains uncommon, with no recent data showing significant revival. As a modern name, Larita reflects mid-20th century naming trends, particularly the popularity of names ending in -ita. Its origins remain uncertain, but it may have been coined as a diminutive or variant of similar-sounding names. The name is not associated with any particular geographic region or cultural tradition, and its top states are not recorded.
Larita is a modern feminine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1919. It may have been coined as a diminutive of Lara (itself derived from Larissa or Laura) or as a feminine form of Larry. Its usage peaked in the 1950s, reflecting a midcentury trend for names ending in -ita.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lari, Rita, Lala
Variants: Lareta, Laritta
Sibling names for Larita
Names that share Larita's style, for a brother or sister.
