Leonita
girl nameLeonita entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #3658 in 1930, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
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rank today
#3658
peak (1930)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3919 |
| 1930s | #3658 |
| 1950s | #5040 |
| 1960s | #6484 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Leonita are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Leonita alive today was born around 1953, making them about 72 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Leonita in 2025?
- Leonita is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Leonita most popular?
- Leonita peaked in 1930, reaching #3658 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Leonita with classmates?
- Leonita will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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