Laritza

“Laritza is a modern variant of the name Larisa, with influences in Latin American countries” — Associated with joy and happiness

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#16637US 2022

5Births / yr

↓Falling

296All-time births

📅 Since 199200

What does Laritza mean and where does it come from?

Laritza is a modern variant of the name Larisa, with influences in Latin American countries. It is often associated with joy and happiness. While there is no extensive historical record of the name, it is part of the growing trend where unique forms of classic names are being embraced in modern nami

Cultural significance

Laritza has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of spanish.

Peak popularity

Reached #5515 in 2004 — currently #16637 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Laritza?

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

Laritza Grace

How popular is Laritza right now?

Falling — down 2171 spots — currently #16637 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2022#16637 · Top 12%

1995

2000

2005

2010

2020

2021

2022

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#16637	5	▼ down 2171 · -17% births
2021	#14466	6	▼ down 1901 · -14% births
2020	#12565	7	▼ down 2443 · -36% births
2010	#10122	11	▼ down 2384 · -27% births
2005	#7738	15	▲ up 1259 · +36% births
2000	#8997	11	▼ down 286 · +10% births
1995	#8711	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Laritza

Best Year2005Rank #7738

Peak Count15

Average Rank#11319

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1995 - 20227 years

The story of Laritza

Laritza is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1992. With 296 total births recorded, Laritza remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #8711 in 1995, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #16637 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Laritza in 2004:

Emily Emma Madison Olivia Hannah

Laritza by decade

Laritza peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	64
2000s ★	137
2010s	88
2020s	7

💎Laritza has only 296 total recorded births since 1992 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Laritza?

Common

LarLarieLaryItza

What names sound and feel like Laritza?

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

Laritha

American · Cheerful, happy

Larizza

Italy · sacred, cherished

Lariza

Spanish · derived from La

Daritza

Slavic countries · Beloved

Saritza

English · A meaningful name

Yanitza

American · God is gracious

Jaritza

Spanish · A modern variation

Yaritza

Latin · a type of

Common questions about the name Laritza

What does the name Laritza mean?

Laritza means "Spanish" — 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 Laritza?

Laritza is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Laritza?

Laritza 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.

What sibling names go well with Laritza?

Laritza 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.

Is Laritza a common or rare name?

Laritza is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.