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Tacita

Girl name · Latin

Tacita is a Latin girl name. Names from Latin have been passed down since Roman times and still feel polished and timeless. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.

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  • GenerationTacita peaked in 1975, which makes it a Gen X name. The typical Tacita you'd meet today is about 50 years old.
  • HistoryTacita first shows up in US birth records in 1975, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 50 years since.
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hello, little Tacita

US births per million girls, 1975–2025

02419751980

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Tacita

Tacita is a girl name of Latin origin. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It hit its peak in the 1970s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.

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Questions about the name Tacita

What is the origin of the name Tacita?

Tacita is Latin in origin. Other Latin names to consider are Olivia (“olive tree”), Amelia (“work, industrious”), Mia (“possibly beloved”) and Evelyn (“possibly desired”).

Is Tacita a boy or girl name?

Tacita is a girl name.

How popular is the name Tacita?

Tacita is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 1980. It peaked at #9,067 in 1975, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.

What should I know before naming my baby Tacita?

Tacita is a Latin girl name. Names from Latin have been passed down since Roman times and still feel polished and timeless. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.