Holding steady.
Popularity of Tavita since 1975
Babies named Tavita per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 6 | 0 |
| 1980s | 12 | 13 |
| 1990s | 16 | 23 |
| 2000s | 0 | 63 |
| 2010s | 0 | 42 |
| 2020s | 0 | 20 |
Meaning & origin
Tavita is a Samoan name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1982, reflecting the immigration and cultural presence of Samoan communities. Although it has never ranked in the national top 1000, it reached its peak usage in 2013, showing a modest but stable trajectory. The name is a transliteration of David, a name with deep Hebrew roots meaning 'beloved'. Tavita remains a distinctive choice, primarily within Pacific Islander families, and has not spread widely into other demographics. Its usage is consistent but rare, with no top states reporting significant numbers, indicating a widely dispersed but small bearer base.
Tavita is a Samoan form of David, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Dawid, meaning 'beloved' or 'uncle'. It is widely used in Samoa and among Samoan communities abroad. The name has been consistently but sparingly used in the United States since the 1980s, primarily within Pacific Islander families.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tavi, Vita
Sibling names for Tavita
Names that share Tavita's style, for a brother or sister.
