Benita
Pronunciation: [ b-uhn-EET-uh ]
Benita is a girl baby name. Ranked #14,924 in the US, popular nicknames include Ben, Bey, and Benie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Benita first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 10,239 babies have been named Benita in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Benita is past its peak , currently ranked #14,924 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #14,924
- Total SSA Count
- 8
Nicknames
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About the Name Benita
Benita is a girl name .
Benita is currently ranked #14,924 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Benita include Ben, Bey, Benie, and Beniie. 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)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis