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Damita

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Pronounced dah-MEE-tah /dɑˈmiː.tɑ/Medium

Meaning: Damita comes from the Spanish dama, 'lady,' with the affectionate -ita ending, giving 'little lady' — carried by singer-actress Damita Jo.Medium

In 30 seconds: A dainty Spanish charmer: Damita means 'little lady' (said 'dah-MEE-tah'). Graceful, warm, and vintage.
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Origin MediumSpanish
MeaningDamita comes from the Spanish dama, 'lady,' with the affectionate -ita ending, giving 'little lady' — carried by singer-actress Damita Jo.
U.S. rank (2010)#15432 ↗ Rising
2010 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1961
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,507

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 196119502010

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Damita is Spanish for 'little lady,' from dama plus the tender -ita ending. It saw modest American use near 1961, associated with singer Damita Jo (said 'dah-MEE-tah').

It never grew common and is rare today. Sweet, courtly, and uncommon.

Did you know? Damita had its small U.S. moment around 1961, helped along by entertainer Damita Jo.
Overall data confidence 55%
References — Damita — Spanish dama + -ita 'little lady'; singer Damita Jo

Variations

DamarisDamitaBenita

Nicknames

DamiMita

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Damita mean?

Damita is Spanish for 'little lady,' from dama with the -ita ending.

How do you pronounce Damita?

It's said dah-MEE-tah /dɑˈmiː.tɑ/ — the stress lands on the part shown in capitals.

Is Damita a Spanish name?

Yes — it's a Spanish diminutive meaning 'little lady.'

How popular is Damita?

Damita has always been rare, with a small high point in the early nineteen-sixties, and it remains uncommon.

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