Lita

Short form of names ending in -lita, meaning gladness

Lita originated as a Spanish diminutive suffix for names like Carmelita or Dolores, but it is most commonly associated with the Latin word 'laetitia' meaning joy or gladness. It gained independent usage in the mid-20th century as a spirited, standalone name. It carries a vintage, mid-century charm while remaining rare in modern charts.