Girl name
Pita name meaning
“ribbon; decorative band”
Pita is a feminine name commonly linked to the Indonesian word pita, meaning ribbon or decorative band. The Indonesian word was borrowed through Malay from Portuguese fita. That Portuguese source derives from Latin vitta, meaning band or ribbon, giving the name a word history across several languages.
What does Pita mean?
Ribbon; decorative band
In Indonesian: pita; hiasan berbentuk jalur
Origin and cultural usage of Pita
Pita may be taken from Indonesian pita, borrowed through Malay from Portuguese fita. The Portuguese word derives from Latin vitta, 'band or ribbon'.
How to pronounce Pita
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters |
|---|---|
| IPA | /pita/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦥꦶꦠ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮕᮤᮒ |
Is Pita a girl’s name?
Yes, Pita is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Pita ranks #2,607 among girl names in our data sample (3 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Pita
Famous people named Pita
- Pita Ristiana
FAQ about the name Pita
What is the meaning of Pita?
Pita means ribbon; decorative band. Pita may be taken from Indonesian pita, borrowed through Malay from Portuguese fita. The Portuguese word derives from Latin vitta, 'band or ribbon'.
Is Pita a girl’s name?
Yes, Pita is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male.
How many syllables does Pita have?
Pita has 2 syllables (Pi-ta) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Pita?
Pita ranks #2,607 among girl names in our data sample (3 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Famous people named Pita?
Notable people named Pita include Pita Ristiana.
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