UK girl's name
Elita
Of Latin origin, meaning "the chosen one" or "the elect".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2022. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Elita is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Elita popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2022 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5669, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2015, with 6 births.
This profile covers 55 England and Wales registrations across 14 recorded years from 1996 to 2022. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 50% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 55 living people in the UK are called Elita. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2023 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Elita ranked #5669 for girls in England and Wales in 2022, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2015, when 6 girls were registered as Elita.
- • About 55 living people in the UK are estimated to have Elita as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5669
2022
Births in 2022
3
Latest year
Peak year
2015
6 births
Estimated living
55
2026
Meaning
What does Elita mean?
The given name Elita has its origins in the Lithuanian language, which is a Baltic language spoken primarily in Lithuania. It is a feminine form of the name Elitas, which is derived from the Lithuanian word "elitas," meaning "elite" or "select." The name can be traced back to the 19th century, when it began to gain popularity in Lithuania and other Baltic regions.
One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Elita can be found in Lithuanian literature from the late 19th century. It is believed that the name was initially used to symbolize a sense of nobility or distinction, reflecting the idea of being part of an elite or select group.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Elita. One of the earliest examples is Elita Žemaitytė-Arlauskienė (1903-1999), a Lithuanian writer and educator who played a significant role in promoting Lithuanian literature and culture during the Soviet era.
Another prominent figure was Elita Viliūnienė (1919-2007), a Lithuanian actress and theater director who is considered one of the most influential figures in the history of Lithuanian theater. She received numerous awards and accolades for her contributions to the arts.
In the field of sports, Elita Kropi (born 1992) is a Lithuanian professional basketball player who has represented her country in international competitions, including the EuroBasket Women tournament.
Elita Kizić (born 1983) is a Serbian singer and songwriter who has achieved success in the Balkan music scene, particularly in the genre of turbo-folk.
Elita Karim (born 1984) is a Bangladeshi actress and model who has appeared in numerous television dramas and films, earning recognition for her talent and versatility.
It is worth noting that while the name Elita has its roots in Lithuanian culture, it has gained popularity in various parts of the world, particularly in Eastern Europe and parts of Asia, where it is often associated with a sense of refinement and distinction.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Elita over time
The chart below shows babies named Elita registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2022. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Elita, the clearest high point is 2015. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2022, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Elita by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Elita was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4594 | 9 | 2 |
| 2010s | #5063 | 23 | 6 |
| 2000s | #4085 | 16 | 4 |
| 1990s | #3510 | 7 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Elita
- Emily 121,621
- Ella 69,101
- Ellie 63,522
- Evie 52,944
- Emma 50,755
- Eleanor 40,576
- Elizabeth 39,225
- Erin 34,816
- Eva 29,738
- Evelyn 26,911
- Elsie 23,671
- Emilia 22,167
FAQ
Elita: questions and answers
How popular is the name Elita in the UK right now?
In 2022, Elita was ranked #5669 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Elita most popular?
The peak year on record was 2015, with 6 babies registered as Elita in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Elita?
Of Latin origin, meaning "the chosen one" or "the elect".
How many people are called Elita in the UK?
A total of 55 babies have been registered as Elita across the 14 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.