Anita Dellinger

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Anita Dellinger — Spanish
251K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Anita Dellinger is a name that combines Spanish origins. The first name Anita is a feminine given name of Spanish origin. Anita is a feminine given name. The name and its variants are now common worldwide, especially in regions where Indo-European languages are spoken, namely Europe, Iran, South Asia, and North America. Anita is a short form of the ancient Persian name Anahita. It is also a Spanish form of the name Anna. Given name Anita Aarons (1912–2000), Australian artist Anita W. The surname Dellinger: Bill Dellinger (1934–2025), American middle-distance runner and coach David Dellinger (1915–2004), American pacifist and activist for nonviolent social change Garrett Dellinger (born 2002), American football player Hampton Dellinger (born 1967), American politician, 2008 Democratic nomination for Lieutenant Governor of North Carolina John Howard Dellinger (1886-1962), American telecommunication engineer and vice chairman of Institute of Radio Engineers Matt Dellinger, US journalist of The New Yorker Rudolf Dellinger (1857–1910), German composer, Kapellmeister Walter Dellinger (1941–2022), Amer. Anita is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 251K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Anita reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Anita

Spanish

Anita is a feminine given name. The name and its variants are now common worldwide, especially in regions where Indo-European languages are spoken, namely Europe, Iran, South Asia, and North America. Anita is a short form of the ancient Persian name Anahita. It is also a Spanish form of the name Anna. Given name Anita Aarons (1912–2000), Australian artist Anita W.

Surname: Dellinger

English

Bill Dellinger (1934–2025), American middle-distance runner and coach David Dellinger (1915–2004), American pacifist and activist for nonviolent social change Garrett Dellinger (born 2002), American football player Hampton Dellinger (born 1967), American politician, 2008 Democratic nomination for Lieutenant Governor of North Carolina John Howard Dellinger (1886-1962), American telecommunication engineer and vice chairman of Institute of Radio Engineers Matt Dellinger, US journalist of The New Yorker Rudolf Dellinger (1857–1910), German composer, Kapellmeister Walter Dellinger (1941–2022), Amer.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Anita is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Anita by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Anita Dellinger:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Anita?
The first name Anita originates from Spanish. Anita is a feminine given name. The name and its variants are now common worldwide, especially in regions where Indo-European languages are spoken, namely Europe, Iran, South Asia, and North America. Anita is a short form of the ancient Persian name Anahita. It is also a Spanish form of the name Anna. Given name Anita Aarons (1912–2000), Australian artist Anita W.
When was Anita most popular?
The name Anita reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Dellinger?
The surname Dellinger originates from English. Bill Dellinger (1934–2025), American middle-distance runner and coach David Dellinger (1915–2004), American pacifist and activist for nonviolent social change Garrett Dellinger (born 2002), American football player Hampton Dellinger (born 1967), American politician, 2008 Democratic nomination for Lieutenant Governor of North Carolina John Howard Dellinger (1886-1962), American telecommunication engineer and vice chairman of Institute of Radio Engineers Matt Dellinger, US journalist of The New Yorker Rudolf Dellinger (1857–1910), German composer, Kapellmeister Walter Dellinger (1941–2022), Amer.
What are the origins of the name Anita Dellinger?
The name Anita Dellinger combines two different traditions: the first name Anita has Spanish roots, while the surname Dellinger originates from English.
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