Find out how popular the first name Yaritza has been for the last 49 years (from 1975 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Yaritza by gender

Based on the last 49 years of data, Yaritza is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 100% of people named Yaritza being female.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 183 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Yaritza.

The history of the first name Yaritza

The name Yaritza is a feminine given name of Spanish origin. It is believed to have originated in the late 20th century, likely as a combination of the names Yaritze and Maritza.

The name Yaritze is a modern Spanish variant of the name Jaritzio, a Basque name derived from the word "jara" meaning "reed" or "cane." It is thought to have been created as a feminine form of the name Jariz, which has the same root. The name Maritza, on the other hand, is a Slavic name derived from the word "mora" meaning "mulberry tree."

While the name Yaritza does not have a long historical record, it has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly among Spanish-speaking communities. It is often chosen for its unique and melodic sound, combining elements of different cultural traditions.

Some notable individuals who have borne the name Yaritza include Yaritza Castro, a Puerto Rican actress and model born in 1980. Yaritza Reyes is a Dominican-American actress and singer known for her roles in television shows and musicals.

Yaritza Navarro is a Venezuelan model and beauty queen who represented her country in the Miss Universe pageant in 2009. Yaritza Oliva is a Venezuelan-American chef and author, known for her cookbooks featuring Latin American cuisine.

Yaritza Castellanos is a Nicaraguan-American soccer player who has played for the Costa Rican national team and various clubs in the United States and abroad. She was born in 1991 and has represented her country on the international stage.

While the name Yaritza is relatively new and does not have a long recorded history, it has gained recognition and popularity in recent times, particularly among Spanish-speaking communities, reflecting the cultural diversity and blending of traditions that have shaped modern societies.

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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