Star; gate; or a combination name
Yelitza is a modern Spanish name, likely originating as a combination of the name Elizabeth with the Slavic suffix -itsa, or potentially linked to the Aztec name Yalitza meaning 'star'. It gained some visibility in Latin American communities through pop culture and media in the late 20th century.
Less common today
Yelitza isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,281 in 2023.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Dominican television presenter and actress
Mexican television host
