Origin
Spanish (Latin)
Syllables
3
Zodiac
Cancer
Trend
Declining
At a glance
Marita is a name often given to girls. Ranked #11734 and is easing off the charts this year. It comes from a Spanish (Latin) origin and traditionally means "star of the sea and beloved". It has 3 syllables.
The Story of Marita
Marita serves as a diminutive of Maria across Spanish and Germanic lands, blending sea and love themes. It offers an elegant alternative to popular Mar- names. Usage remains steady in Europe and Latin America.
Popularity
Currently ranked #11734 on the Baby Billboard Charts. Peak rank: #11734. Changed -4601 positions from last year.
Numerology Profile
Focuses on family and care.
Seeks harmony and partnership.
Appears reliable and practical.
Achieves through ambition.
Zodiac & Astrology
Cancer
Reflects caring and intuitive nature.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Radiates gentle compassion and emotional depth.
Color Aura
Soft Silver
Element
Water
Season
Summer
Gemstone
Pearl
Spirit Animal
Dolphin
Power Word
Flow
Energy Type
Water × Summer
Personality & Traits
Nurturing
Puts others first with kindness.
Intuitive
Reads emotions easily.
Graceful
Moves with quiet elegance.
Famous People Named Marita
Marita Lorenz
German-American spy and author
Marita in Pop Culture
Marita
Spanish telenovela
Historical Events
1948
Rise in Latin American records.
International Variations
Marita in Different Scripts
Марита
Cyrillic
マリタ
Japanese (Katakana)
ماريتا
Arabic
마리타
Korean
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Marita:
Marita Elena
Marita Sofia
Marita Lucia
Marita Rosa
Marita Clara
Marita Isabel
Marita Ana
Fun Facts & Trivia
Popular in 1950s Spain.
Variant of Maria worldwide.
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mah-REE-tah
Quick Facts
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