How Many People Are Named Ranita?

Complete statistics for the name Ranita: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Ranita
Very Rare
Sanskrit

Ranita means 'lotus' in Sanskrit, symbolizing purity and beauty. Only 427 people named Ranita live in the US today, making up just 1 in 773,425 Americans. The name peaked in popularity in 1989 with 22 births.

~427
Living in US
1 in 773,425
Americans
1989
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Lotus
🌐
Origin
Sanskrit
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 9
Personality Traits
Pure Beautiful Gentle Innocent
9
Life Path Number

Life-path number 9 represents compassion, selflessness, and spiritual enlightenment.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

13,941
Worldwide Bearers
#48,753
Global Rank
🇮🇳 India
9,815
🇮🇩 Indonesia
2,326
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
642
🇺🇸 United States
611
🇵🇭 Philippines
116
🇲🇾 Malaysia
80
🇿🇦 South Africa
44
🇳🇴 Norway
28
🇷🇺 Russia
25
🇹🇭 Thailand
21

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
427 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 45
61
Would be under 30 (14%)
301
Would be 30–60 (67%)
88
Would be over 60 (20%)

All 450 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1989

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
79
Classic Feel
34
Modern Appeal
66
International
97

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Ranita Through the Generations

Ranita, a name rooted in Sanskrit, has seen a stable presence across generations. With 450 total births recorded since its inception, the name has maintained a consistent appeal. As of now, 61 individuals named Ranita are under 30, while 301 are aged between 30 and 60, indicating a balanced distribution among different age groups. This stability suggests that Ranita is a timeless choice, blending classic charm with modern sensibilities.

✨ Similar Names to Ranita

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Ranita's Sanskrit roots

📄 About the Name Ranita

How Many People Have the Name Ranita?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 427 people in the United States currently share the name Ranita. That works out to roughly 1 in every 773,425 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Ranita a Common or Rare Name?

Ranita is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Ranita Mean?

Ranita means "lotus" and comes from Sanskrit origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Ranita in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Ranita Most Popular?

The name Ranita reached peak popularity in 1989, with 22 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Ranita?

Approximately 427 people named Ranita live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 450. That works out to roughly 1 in 773,425 Americans.

Is Ranita a rare name?

Ranita is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 773,425 Americans has this name.

What does the name Ranita mean?

Ranita means "lotus" and comes from Sanskrit origins.

Is Ranita more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Ranita are male and 100% are female.

When was Ranita most popular?

Ranita peaked in 1989 with 22 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US427
All-Time Births450
1 in X1 in 773,425
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age45
Peak Year1989
World Rank#48,753
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.