Tita first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Tita has been for the last 30 years (from 1975 to 2004) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Tita

A diminutive of Spanish names like Teresa or Anita.

Popularity of Tita by gender

Based on the last 30 years of data, Tita is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2004, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Tita.

Year Male Count Female Count
2004 0 5
1997 0 5
1986 0 5
1984 0 5
1980 0 5
1978 0 6
1976 0 10
1975 0 21

The history of the first name Tita

The name Tita has its origins in various ancient cultures and languages. It is believed to be derived from the Latin word "titus," which means "pleasing" or "honorable." In ancient Roman times, Titus was a common praenomen (personal name) for men.

One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Tita can be found in the Bible's New Testament. Titus was a Greek disciple of Paul the Apostle, who was entrusted with the establishment of the church in Crete. Titus is also the author of the Epistle to Titus, one of the books of the New Testament.

In the 4th century, Saint Titus of the Oasis was an Egyptian monk and hermit who lived in the desert near the Nile River. He is venerated as a saint in the Eastern Orthodox and Catholic churches.

During the Renaissance period, Tita became a popular name in Italy. One of the most notable figures with this name was Tita Venetia Heywood (1842-1944), an English artist and painter who lived to be 102 years old.

In the 19th century, Tita Cervera (1892-1986) was a Spanish aristocrat and philanthropist who dedicated her life to charitable causes and the preservation of cultural heritage.

In the 20th century, Tita Merello (1904-2002) was an Argentine actress, singer, and comedian who had a successful career spanning over seven decades. She is considered a cultural icon in Argentina and Latin America.

Another notable figure was Tita Muñoz (1928-2009), a Mexican actress and singer who gained fame for her roles in film and television. She was also a renowned cabaret performer and recording artist.

Tita Thyssen (born 1962) is a Spanish aristocrat and art collector who has amassed one of the largest private art collections in the world, featuring works by renowned artists such as Pablo Picasso, Francis Bacon, and Lucian Freud.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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