Chinita

Chinita is a feminine name with Spanish origins. It is a diminutive form of 'china,' which in Latin American Spanish can mean 'girl' or 'curly-haired girl.' In some countries like Peru and Chile, 'chinita' is also used as an affectionate term for someone with East Asian features. As a given name, Chinita is relatively uncommon but adds a sweet, endearing quality with its diminutive suffix. The name carries a sense of cultural connection to Hispanic heritage and may be chosen by parents looking for a unique yet culturally meaningful option for their daughter.

Pronounced chee-NEE-tuh.

As of October 2026, Chinita ranked #13569 in US births in 1991 SSA, peaked at #2844 in 1974.