Bonita
boh-NEE-tah
Popularity
#7633
Letters
6
Syllables
3
Origin
Spanish
Total Births
37,842
Peak Year
#1,528 in 1950
First Recorded
1888
Style
Soft & Gentle, Cute & Playful
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
A Spanish and Portuguese name meaning 'pretty' or 'beautiful'.
Numerology
The Peacemaker
Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.
Famous Namesakes
Bonita Granville
American actress and producer.
Bonita Friedericy
American actress
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