Rita
girl name#1285 in 2025Rita entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #42 in 1930, ranks #1285 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1285
rank today
#42
peak (1930)
174
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #376 |
| 1890s | #278 |
| 1900s | #228 |
| 1910s | #106 |
| 1920s | #51 |
| 1930s | #61 |
| 1940s | #58 |
| 1950s | #73 |
| 1960s | #130 |
| 1970s | #253 |
| 1980s | #391 |
| 1990s | #705 |
| 2000s | #1100 |
| 2010s | #1297 |
| 2020s | #1340 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Rita has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 147,000 people named Rita are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Rita alive today was born around 1945, making them about 80 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Rita in 2025?
- Rita ranks #1285 among US girl names in 2025, with 174 babies given the name.
- When was the name Rita most popular?
- Rita peaked in 1930, reaching #42 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Rita with classmates?
- Rita will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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