Elita - name meaning, origin

The girl's name Elita \e-li-

is pronounced ee-LEE-tah. It is of French and Latin origin, and its meaning is "elite". Modern coinage from the word "elite", which came in the 18th century from French "élire" meaning "to choose". Also a short form of names like Carmelita.

Elita has 3 variant forms: Elitta, Ellita and Lita.

For more information, see also the related name Alida.

Baby names that sound like Elita are Elida, Alita and Elata.

Elita is an uncommon first name for women and an equally uncommon last name for both men and women. (1990 U.S. Census)

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