Holding steady.
Popularity of Serita since 1935
Babies named Serita per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 8 |
| 1940s | 76 |
| 1950s | 167 |
| 1960s | 287 |
| 1970s | 268 |
| 1980s | 286 |
| 1990s | 91 |
| 2000s | 13 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Serita likely originated as a modern American coinage, possibly influenced by names like Sarita or Seret. The first recorded usage of Serita in the Social Security data was 1935. It reached its peak popularity in 1982, but it has never entered the top 1000 names. The name has maintained a stable trajectory since its peak, suggesting steady but rare usage. While no states are listed as top states for Serita, its rare occurrence makes it geographically diffuse. The name remains a distinctive choice for those seeking a rare and melodic name.
Serita is likely a modern coinage, perhaps a respelling or variation of Sarita, which is a Spanish diminutive of Sara (ultimately from Hebrew Sarah, meaning 'princess'). Alternatively, it may derive from Seret, a Hebrew name meaning 'constellation'. Its use in the United States began in the mid-20th century, peaking in popularity during the 1980s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sera, Rita, Sari
Sibling names for Serita
Names that share Serita's style, for a brother or sister.
