“beautiful” — Associated with positive traits and aesthetics
Spanish origin · Unisex name
♂ 0% boys♀ 100% girls
#1228US 2023
972Births / yr
→Stable
37.8kAll-time births
📅 Since 188800.09% of births at peak
How to pronounce Bonita
boh·NEE·tuh
/boʊ.ˈniː.tə/ · stress on NEE · 3 syllables
“beautiful”
Associated with positive traits and aesthetics · Spanish origin
What does Bonita mean and where does it come from?
Bonita is a Spanish name that means 'beautiful' and has been widely adopted in English-speaking countries as well. It has been popularized in various cultures and is often associated with positive traits and aesthetics. Notable figures with this name include Bonita Granville, an American actress fro
Cultural significance
Bonita has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Spanish-speaking communities, where it reflects values of spanish.
Holding steady — currently #1228 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
US Trend 1895–2023#1228 · Top 0.91%
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Year
US Rank
Births
vs Prior Year
2023
#1228
972
▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022
#1233
952
▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021
#1238
922
▲ up 5940 · +6047% births
2020
#7178
15
▲ up 439
2015
#7617
15
▼ down 1230 · -25% births
2010
#6387
20
▼ down 130 · +5% births
2005
#6257
19
▼ down 32 · +12% births
2000
#6225
17
▼ down 2544 · -41% births
1995
#3681
29
▼ down 1787 · -61% births
1990
#1894
74
▼ down 36 · +23% births
1985
#1858
60
▼ down 746 · -51% births
1980
#1112
123
▼ down 136 · -2% births
1975
#976
126
▼ down 410 · -61% births
1970
#566
322
▼ down 203 · -48% births
1965
#363
624
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Name Popularity Timeline
Popularity Statistics for Bonita
1950Rank #182
1,528
#1960
↘Falling
1900 - 202328 years
The story of Bonita
Bonita has been a beloved American name for over 136 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1888. A total of 37,782 babies have received this name. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #1278 in 1895 to #1228 in 2023. Bonita is used for both genders: 100% female and 0% male.
Bonita means "Spanish" — a name rooted in Spanish tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Bonita?
Bonita is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Bonita?
Bonita originates from Spanish tradition. Spanish names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Bonita?
Bonita is a three-syllable name pronounced B OW0 N IY1 T AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Bonita?
Bonita pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Spanish heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Sibling names that pair with Bonita
For a sister
Bonita & Emilio♡
Bonita & Pablo♡
Bonita & Pedro♡
Bonita & Carmen♡
For a brother
Bonita & Emilio♡
Bonita & Pablo♡
Bonita & Pedro♡
Bonita & Carmen♡
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Worldwide ranking · 2023
Country
Rank
🇺🇸 USA
#1228
🇬🇧 UK
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🇨🇦 Canada
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