Banita
Girl nameBanita has been given to 96 babies in the U.S. since 1952. It peaked in 1969.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
96
Peak year
1969 (11 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1952
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Banita — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Banita.
Sibling name ideas for Banita
Same era and popularity as Banita, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Banita?
Banita has been given to 96 babies in the U.S. since 1952. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Banita peak?
Banita peaked in 1969, when 11 babies were given the name.
Is Banita a girl or boy name?
Banita is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Banita are girls).
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