Anita facts for kids

The name Anita is a very common female given name. It has interesting origins! In Spanish, Anita is a shorter version of the name Ana, which is the Spanish form of Anne. In the ancient language of Sanskrit, Anita means "full of grace."

Many well-known people have been named Anita, like the famous singer Anita Baker and the actress Anita Ekberg. The name has also been given to places and even a powerful storm!

People Named Anita

Many talented and important people around the world share the name Anita. Here are a few examples:

Actresses and Models

• Anita Barone (born 1964) is an American actress. She is known for her roles in TV shows.
• Anita Ekberg (1931–2015) was a Swedish model and actress. She became famous for her roles in movies, especially "La Dolce Vita."

Artists and Writers

• Anita Louise Suazo (born 1947) is a Native-American potter. She is known for her beautiful traditional pottery.
• Anita Stewart (1947–2020) was a Canadian writer and food activist. She worked to promote Canadian food and farming.

Politicians

Some people named Anita have worked in government to help their communities.

• Anita Brodén (born 1948) is a Swedish politician. She was a member of the Swedish Parliament.
• Anita Neville (born 1942) is a Canadian politician. She served as a Member of Parliament in Canada.
• Anita Orlund (born 1964) is a Norwegian politician. She has held important roles in local government in Norway.

Places Called Anita

The name Anita is also used for different places, especially in the United States.

• Anita, California is a small community located in Butte County, California.
• Anita, Iowa is a city found in Cass County, Iowa.

Weather Events

Sometimes, powerful storms are given human names to help track them.

• Hurricane Anita was a strong Atlantic hurricane in 1977. It caused heavy rain and winds when it hit northeastern Mexico.

See also

In Spanish: Anita para niños