Cerita
seh-REE-tah
Cerita is a girl’s name of Welsh origin, meaning “A name with uncertain origin. It is likely a modern invention or a variation of Ceridwen, a Welsh name meaning 'fair, blessed poetry'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1961.
What Cerita Means
“A name with uncertain origin. It is likely a modern invention or a variation of Ceridwen, a Welsh name meaning 'fair, blessed poetry'.”
The Story of Cerita
Does the idea of a 'fair and blessed poetry' resonate with the child you dream of?
This name, first recorded in 1952, likely draws from the Welsh Ceridwen, a figure of myth and muse. It hints at a legacy of 'fair, blessed poetry,' a touch of ancient enchantment.
This name speaks to a child blessed with a gentle spirit and a creative spark. You imagine your daughter possessing an inner kindness, a capacity for wonder, and a touch of poetic grace in all she does.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#11 in 1961
Total Births
104
First Recorded
1952
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