Anita: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: Anita · 3 syllables
Everything about the name Anita: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«Little Anna, grace»
Gender
Girl
Origin
Hebrew
Popularity
80 out of 100
Where Anita is popular
- ItalyISTAT#34
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About the Name Anita
Anita is a girl's name with Hebrew roots, traditionally understood to mean "Little Anna, grace." Names like this one tend to feel meaningful yet easy to wear from childhood into adulthood.
Pronounced Anita, Anita runs to 3 syllables and has a rhythm that is easy to say in many languages. Anita is usually used in full, without a common nickname.
Today Anita is a well-loved favorite, scoring 80 out of 100 on our popularity index. In feel it reads as love.
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FAQ
What does the name Anita mean?+
The name Anita means "Little Anna, grace".
What is the origin of the name Anita?+
Anita is a name of Hebrew origin.
Is Anita a girl or boy name?+
Anita is traditionally a girl name.
How do you pronounce Anita?+
Anita is pronounced Anita (3 syllables).
Is Anita a popular name?+
Anita is a well-loved favorite, scoring 80 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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