Marites
Spanish · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Marites
Marites is a Filipino feminine given name derived from the combination of "María" (Spanish for Mary) and "Teresita" (Spanish diminutive of Teresa), blending two popular Catholic saint names.
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Etymology
Marites is a Filipino feminine given name derived from the combination of "María" (Spanish for Mary) and "Teresita" (Spanish diminutive of Teresa), blending two popular Catholic saint names. The name is predominantly used in the Philippines and among Filipino diaspora communities, reflecting the country's strong Catholic heritage and Spanish colonial influence.
Marites currently ranks #11,769 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1978.
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