Benita
/buh-NEETUH/ English Female
Meaning & Origin
Benita is a English name meaning "Blessed". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Albania, Angola, Argentina, Austria. The name is likely derived from the Latin word 'benedictus', meaning 'blessed' or 'well-spoken'. It's often associated with the root 'bene' meaning 'well'.
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Female
Phonetic buh-NEETUH
IPA bəˈnitə
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as buh-NEETUH. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Benita
- · Benita Hume - Actress
- · Benita Ferrero-Waldner - Austrian Politician
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