Denitra

“A variant of the name Danita, meaning 'God is my judge'.” — Represents individuality and creativity in naming

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1880US 2023

320Births / yr

→Stable

476All-time births

📅 Since 196300

How to pronounce Denitra

DEN·itr·AH

/ˈdɛn.ɪtr.ˈɑ/ · stress on DEN · 3 syllables

“A variant of the name Danita, meaning 'God is my judge'.”

Represents individuality and creativity in naming · American origin

What does Denitra mean and where does it come from?

Denitra is an American English name, a modern variant derived from Danita. It found traction in the United States during the late 20th century. Associated often with African American communities, Denitra represents individuality and creativity in naming. The original name Danita has Hebrew origins a

Cultural significance

Denitra has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a variant of the name danita, meaning 'god is my judge'..

Peak popularity

Reached #2530 in 1976 — currently #1880 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Denitra?

Denitra works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Denitra Grace

How popular is Denitra right now?

Holding steady — currently #1880 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1965–2023#1880 · Top 1.4%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1880	320	▲ up 5 · +7% births
2022	#1885	300	▲ up 5 · +11% births
2021	#1890	270	▲ up 15029 · +5300% births
2005	#16919	5	▼ down 8619 · -50% births
1995	#8300	10	▼ down 3148 · -44% births
1990	#5152	18	▲ up 704 · +50% births
1985	#5856	12	▼ down 1922 · -40% births
1980	#3934	20	▼ down 1136 · -26% births
1975	#2798	27	▲ up 4827 · +350% births
1970	#7625	6	▼ down 2824 · -33% births
1965	#4801	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Denitra

Best Year2023Rank #1880

Peak Count320

Average Rank#5549

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1965 - 202311 years

The story of Denitra

Denitra is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1963. With 476 total births recorded, Denitra remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4801 in 1965 to #1880 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Denitra in 1976:

Jennifer Amy Melissa Heather Angela

Denitra by decade

Denitra peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	33
1970s ★	174
1980s	162
1990s	96
2000s	11

💎Denitra has only 476 total recorded births since 1963 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Denitra?

Common

DenDenieDenyItra

What names sound and feel like Denitra?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Denitra also consider these

Denetra

American · A combined form

American · A blend of

Demitra

Greece · Earth Mother

Deontra

American · Derived from Deontae;

Deitra

English · nurse, maternal

Donitra

American · a variation of

Common questions about the name Denitra

What does the name Denitra mean?

Denitra means "A variant of the name Danita, meaning 'God is my judge'." — a name rooted in American 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 Denitra?

Denitra is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Denitra?

Denitra originates from American tradition. American 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 Denitra?

Denitra is a three-syllable name pronounced D EH1 N IH0 T R AA1. 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 Denitra?

Denitra pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.