Rita
boy nameRita entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #1253 in 1931, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
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rank today
#1253
peak (1931)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2843 |
| 1920s | #2408 |
| 1930s | #1768 |
| 1940s | #2010 |
| 1950s | #2412 |
| 1960s | #2492 |
| 1970s | #3948 |
| 1980s | #4554 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Rita are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Rita alive today was born around 1942, making them about 83 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 is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Rita most popular?
- Rita peaked in 1931, reaching #1253 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Rita with classmates?
- Rita will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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