Cherita, of Latin origin, means 'little dear' and is derived from the Latin word 'carus', meaning beloved. This name gained popularity during the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States, and has since been used internationally. It is often associated with sweetness and endearment.
The name Cherita experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years. It started with low numbers, peaked between 1961 and 1972 with a high of 38 births in 1972, then gradually declined, reaching its lowest point in 1992 with only 6 births. The total number of babies named Cherita over this period was 1051.