Renita

Renita appears to be a feminine name with Latin linguistic roots, likely derived from "renatus" meaning "born again" or "reborn." It may have developed as a diminutive or variant form of Renata, a name with historical usage throughout Europe, particularly in Italy and Spain. Renita gained modest popularity in the United States during the 1950s through the 1970s, peaking in usage during the late 1960s and early 1970s. The name follows phonetic patterns common in feminine names of the era, featuring the popular -ita suffix that adds a melodic quality and was fashionable during this period. While less commonly given to newborns today, Renita represents the mid-century trend toward names with romantic sounds and meaningful origins, and continues to be recognized as an established feminine name with Latin derivation.

Pronounced ruh-NEE-tuh.

As of October 2026, Renita ranked #12213 for girls in US births in 2019 SSA, peaked at #553 for girls in 1960.