Karita

Q: What is the origin of Karita?

Karita is of Latin origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Karita?

According to the latest SSA data, Karita is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Karita a girl name?

Karita is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Dear; Beloved"

Karita is used in Scandinavian contexts as a form of Carita, linked to Latin caritas and affectionate meanings.

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Popularity History of Karita

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Selected Year Rank

Unranked

Karita did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Karita Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Karita.

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kari

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kary

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rita

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kie

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rity

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itay

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kar

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Baby Name Lists That Include Karita

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Karita mean?

Karita means "Dear; Beloved". Karita is used in Scandinavian contexts as a form of Carita, linked to Latin caritas and affectionate meanings.

What is the origin of Karita?

Karita is of Latin origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Karita?

According to the latest SSA data, Karita is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Karita a girl name?

Karita is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Karita?

Popular nicknames for Karita include kari, kary, rita, ky, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Karita?

There are many names similar to Karita in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginLatin, Scandinavian

Syllables3

Length6 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withK

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Anton Antony Austen Antone Artis

Sisters

Antonia Alta Avis Augusta Adrian

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