Juanita
Juanita is the Spanish feminine diminutive of Juan (John), meaning 'God is gracious.' This warmly affectionate name has been beloved in Spanish-speaking cultures for generations, carrying both tenderness and traditional strength.
Current Popularity
#2794 for girls
in the United States (2025)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in both English and Spanish
- •Has a vintage charm that's seeing renewed interest
- •The '-ita' suffix adds an affectionate, diminutive quality
- •Popular in Latin American communities with strong cultural connections
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Famous People
Juanita Moore
Actress, Oscar nominee for 'Imitation of Life'
Juanita Castro
Cuban activist and sister of Fidel Castro
Juanita Kreps
First woman U.S. Secretary of Commerce
Juanita Hall
Tony Award-winning actress and singer
Statistics
207,684
Total births since 1880
1924
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