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Ronnita

roh-NEE-tah · Of uncertain origin; possibly a feminine form of Ronny or a blend of Rona and Anita.

Peak popularity
1972
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Ronnita since 1964

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

358198020002020Most births 1972Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1960s13
1970s39
1980s46
1990s5
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Ronnita is a rare American feminine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1964, a period when creative coinages with the -ita suffix were becoming fashionable. Its peak year was 1972, reflecting a modest spike in usage during the early 1970s. The name has remained stable in its rarity, never ranking in the top 1000, and it has no recorded top states of popularity. Ronnita is likely a blend of the nickname Ronny (from Ronald) and the popular feminine suffix -ita, echoing names like Juanita and Anita. Its individuality is its hallmark, as it has not been borne by any famous bearers and carries no specific cultural or linguistic heritage, making it a distinctly modern invention.

Ronnita appears to be a modern American coinage, likely a feminine elaboration of the nickname Ronny (itself a short form of Ronald) or a combination of names like Rona and Anita. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1964 and saw modest use in the 1970s, peaking in 1972. The name has remained rare, with its origin not linked to any specific language or tradition.

Sibling names for Ronnita

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

Sisters: Donna, Rita, Nita, Toni, Rochelle

Brothers: Ronnie, Danny, Johnny, Tony, Ricky

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Ronnita mean?
The meaning of Ronnita is uncertain. It may be a feminine form of Ronny or a blend of Rona and Anita, but it has no established etymology.
How popular is Ronnita today?
Ronnita has never ranked in the U.S. top 1000. Its peak year was 1972, when it was given to a small number of girls. It remains very rare.
Is Ronnita a boy or girl name?
Ronnita is almost exclusively used for girls, based on historical U.S. data.