Yanita
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Meaning & Origin
Yanita is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.
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Yanita first appeared in US Social Security records in 1979.
Over 11 babies have been named Yanita in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Yanita is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #59,251 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #59,251
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Yanita
Yanita is a girl name .
Yanita is currently ranked #59,251 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Yanita include Yan, Yani, Yaniy, Yaniie, Yay, Yaie, and Yankins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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