Velita
Girl nameVelita has been given to 96 babies in the U.S. since 1947. It peaked in 1968.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
96
Peak year
1968 (12 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1947
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Velita — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Velita.
Sibling name ideas for Velita
Same era and popularity as Velita, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Velita?
Velita has been given to 96 babies in the U.S. since 1947. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Velita peak?
Velita peaked in 1968, when 12 babies were given the name.
Is Velita a girl or boy name?
Velita is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Velita are girls).
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