Declining since 1985.
Popularity of Renita since 1925
Babies named Renita per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 7 |
| 1930s | 38 |
| 1940s | 119 |
| 1950s | 1,584 |
| 1960s | 2,400 |
| 1970s | 1,504 |
| 1980s | 1,233 |
| 1990s | 375 |
| 2000s | 108 |
| 2010s | 30 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Renita first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1925, but its most notable period was the 1960s, when it reached its peak rank of 1163 in 1960. Since about 1985, the name has been on a steady decline. The name is a modern English variant of the Latin Renata, meaning "reborn," echoing a long tradition of names with Christian symbolic significance. While Renita has never been common, it offers a distinctive alternative to more popular names like Rita or Gina, with a clear connection to the classic Renata.
Renita is likely a modern English respelling or elaboration of Renata, the feminine form of the Latin name Renatus, meaning "reborn." The name Renata has been used since early Christian times, symbolizing spiritual rebirth through baptism. Renita itself emerged in the United States in the early 20th century, possibly influenced by other feminine names ending in -ita, and saw modest use mid-century.
Where Renita is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ren
Sibling names for Renita
Names that share Renita's style, for a brother or sister.
