Jowita

Jowita is a feminine Polish name with Latin roots, derived from the male name Jowit, which comes from the Roman name Jovita, meaning 'devoted to Jupiter' (the king of Roman gods). In Poland, Jowita gained popularity during the 20th century and is celebrated on February 15th, the feast day of Saint Jovita. While relatively uncommon outside of Poland, the name has a melodic quality with its three syllables and soft sounds. Jowita combines classical origins with a distinctly Slavic character, making it both traditional and unique for those outside of Eastern European communities.

Pronounced yoh-WEE-tuh.