Bonita
boy nameBonita entered the US charts in 1955, peaked at #3505 in 1955, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1955–2025
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rank today
#3505
peak (1955)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3505 |
| 1960s | #3652 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Bonita are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Bonita alive today was born around 1955, making them about 70 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Bonita in 2025?
- Bonita is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Bonita most popular?
- Bonita peaked in 1955, reaching #3505 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Bonita with classmates?
- Bonita will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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