Chenita
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Chenita first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 377 babies have been named Chenita in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Chenita is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,332 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #36,332
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Chenita
Chenita is a girl name .
Chenita is currently ranked #36,332 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Chenita include Che, Chen, Cheny, Chenie, Ita, Itay, Itaie, Chy, Chie, and Chekins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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