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Maquita

muh-KEE-tuh · Meaning is uncertain; possibly a modern coinage combining the prefix Ma- and the suffix -quita, resembling Spanish names like Juanita.

Peak popularity
1983
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Maquita since 1976

Babies named Maquita per year in U.S. Social Security records.

91827198020002020Most births 1983Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1970s19
1980s92
1990s22
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Maquita is a rare and modern name that first appeared in United States birth records in 1976. Its peak year of usage was 1983, and since then its use has steadily declined to the point of near disappearance by 2025. The name does not have a clear meaning or etymology; it appears to be an invented combination of sounds, possibly influenced by Spanish diminutive patterns. No top states recorded any significant usage, and the name has never appeared in the top 1000 nationally. Parents drawn to Maquita likely appreciate its melodic, feminine sound, but the name's rarity means it lacks the historical depth or cultural associations of more established names.

Maquita is a modern invented name, with no clear etymology or historical roots. It likely emerged in the United States in the late 20th century as a variation of names like Marquita or as a combination of sounds. It does not appear in traditional naming corpora and is rarely used.

Sibling names for Maquita

Names that share Maquita's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Maquita mean?
Maquita has no established meaning. It is likely a modern invented name, possibly inspired by Spanish feminine suffixes like -ita.
How popular is the name Maquita?
Maquita is very rare. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1976, peaked in 1983, and has not ranked in the top 1000 since. It is currently given to fewer than 5 babies per year.
Is Maquita a boy or girl name?
Maquita is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.