Grace, plant, or bear
A name with multiple cross-cultural roots, often serving as a diminutive of Anita in Spanish or meaning 'bear' in Choctaw. In Sanskrit, it translates to 'led' or 'well-behaved', while in Hebrew contexts it is associated with planting.
Less common today
Nita isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,825 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Indian philanthropist and businesswoman
Silent film era actress
American rock guitarist
Former U.S. Representative from New York
