Unknown; possibly a modern blend or diminutive
Charnita is a modern American name likely created in the mid-20th century. It appears to be a combination of the prefix 'Char-' (from names like Charlotte or Charlene) and the Spanish diminutive suffix '-ita'. While it lacks a singular historical etymology, it follows the mid-century trend of rhythmic, feminine name creation.
Less common today
Charnita isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,050 in 1991.
A character in the urban drama film Β· South Central
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).