Pronunciation | ˈriːtə |
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Gender | Female |
Language(s) | Latin |
Origin | |
Meaning | Derived from names like Margarita (pearl) |
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Rita is a female name, often a name in its own right, but mostly a shortened version of Margarita. The feast day of Rita is generally celebrated on May 22 in honor of Saint Rita of Cascia.