Holding steady.
Popularity of Ranita since 1956
Babies named Ranita per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 31 |
| 1960s | 83 |
| 1970s | 76 |
| 1980s | 135 |
| 1990s | 79 |
| 2000s | 46 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Ranita is a Spanish diminutive form meaning 'little frog,' a name that has been used sparingly in the United States since it first appeared in records in 1956. Its peak year of usage was 1989, though even then it did not rank among the top 1000 names. The name's trajectory has remained stable, with no significant rise or fall in the decades since. While it has not been recorded in any top states, its cultural roots are firmly Spanish, and it carries a playful, affectionate tone. Unlike more common Spanish diminutives, Ranita has never achieved widespread popularity, maintaining its status as a rare and distinctive choice.
Ranita is a Spanish diminutive of 'rana', meaning 'frog'. It is used as a given name primarily in Spanish-speaking communities, sometimes as a term of endearment. The name saw modest popularity in the United States, particularly in the 1980s, but has remained rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rana, Nita
Sibling names for Ranita
Names that share Ranita's style, for a brother or sister.
