Ritu
Ritu is a girl baby name. Ranked #13,339 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Ritu first appeared in US Social Security records in 1968.
Over 341 babies have been named Ritu in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Ritu is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #13,339 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #13,339
- Total SSA Count
- 9
Alternative Spellings
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Ritu
Ritu is a girl name .
Ritu is currently ranked #13,339 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Ritu include Rita . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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