Feminine dossier · first seen 1880

Anita

Endangered Down 97.2% from peak
Peak era
1957
Peak births
5,811
Current vitality
Fragile
Peak generation
Boomer
1880Peak 19572025
peak 1957 2025 18801900192019401960198020002020

Quick answers about Anita

How many people are named Anita?

An estimated 133,718 living Americans are named Anita.

How rare is Anita?

Anita is uncommon among babies today, with 165 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 97.2% from its 1957 peak.

How old is the typical Anita?

The median age of a living American named Anita is approximately 65 years, with most bearers falling between 56 and 73 years old.

Is Anita still popular?

No. Anita is endangered as a baby name, down 97.2% from its 1957 peak with 165 births in 2025.

Peak year
1957
Decline from peak
97.2%
2025
165
All-time
215,165