Demita

Demita is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a diminutive form of names containing 'Demi' such as Demetria (from the Greek goddess Demeter), or a variant of Damita, which has Spanish roots meaning 'little lady.' The name has a melodic quality with its soft consonants and balanced syllables. While never achieving widespread popularity, Demita has appeared occasionally in the United States since the mid-20th century. Its cross-cultural appeal stems from its similarity to recognized names in several language traditions while maintaining a distinctive identity of its own.

Pronounced duh-MEE-tah.

As of October 2026, Demita ranked #10499 in US births in 1990 SSA, peaked at #2559 in 1961.