Karitza
Latin · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Karitza
Karitza is a diminutive or variant form of Karina, which derives from the Latin "carus" meaning "dear" or "beloved," with the suffix "-itza" common in Slavic languages.
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Etymology
Karitza is a diminutive or variant form of Karina, which derives from the Latin "carus" meaning "dear" or "beloved," with the suffix "-itza" common in Slavic languages. The name is primarily used in Spanish-speaking and Eastern European (particularly Slavic) cultures, with no specific religious affiliation, though it gained some recognition in the 20th century through various cultural figures.
Karitza currently ranks #13,712 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2005.
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