Jerita
Jerita is a girl baby name. Ranked #36,921 in the US, popular nicknames include Jer, Jey, and Jerie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Jerita first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 89 babies have been named Jerita in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jerita is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,921 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #36,921
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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About the Name Jerita
Jerita is a girl name .
Jerita is currently ranked #36,921 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Jerita include Jer, Jey, Jerie, and Jeriie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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