Denita

American variation of Denise, French from Greek

"god of Nysa"

Denita Origin and Meaning

The name Denita is a girl's name.

Denita is a feminine name with several possible origins. It may be a diminutive form of Dena or Diana, the latter derived from the Roman goddess of the moon and hunting. Alternatively, it could be related to Dennis, ultimately from the Greek name Dionysios, referring to the god Dionysus. In some cases, Denita might be a variation of Juanita or a creative modern invention. The name has a soft, melodic quality with its flowing vowel sounds. Denita gained modest popularity in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s but remains relatively uncommon today. Its appeal lies in its gentle sound and feminine quality while being distinctive enough to stand out without seeming bizarre or difficult to pronounce.

Denita Rank in US Top 1000

# 956 in the US