Holding steady.
Popularity of Tita since 1916
Babies named Tita per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 6 |
| 1920s | 14 |
| 1930s | 19 |
| 1940s | 42 |
| 1950s | 34 |
| 1960s | 39 |
| 1970s | 57 |
| 1980s | 15 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tita is a rare given name that has never appeared in the U.S. top 1000 rankings. Its first recorded use in Social Security data dates to 1916, but it saw its highest usage in 1975, during the peak year for the name. Despite a stable trajectory in recent decades, it remains uncommon, with no data for 1-in-N frequency. Tita is most often a diminutive of longer names like Teresa or Christiana, but has also been used independently. While its origins are debated, the name carries a warm, affectionate feel, similar to other short forms like Lita or Nina. Tita's top states are not recorded, indicating its spread is very limited.
Tita has multiple potential derivations. It is often used as a short form of names such as Teresa (Spanish) or Christiana (Italian). In some contexts, it may derive from the Greek word 'timē' meaning 'honor' or 'value'. The name has been used independently as a given name in various cultures, particularly in Spanish- and Italian-speaking communities, and occasionally as a nickname for grandmothers.
Sibling names for Tita
Names that share Tita's style, for a brother or sister.
