Lelita
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Lelita first appeared in US Social Security records in 1975.
Over 5 babies have been named Lelita in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lelita is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #60,559 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #60,559
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Lelita
Lelita is a girl name .
Lelita is currently ranked #60,559 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Lelita include Lel, Leli, Leliy, Leliie, Ley, Leie, and Lelkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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