Female Name
Pepita
pe.ˈpi.ta
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
diminutives
ends in -ita
ends in -ta
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Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
56/100
classic100%
youthful140%
informal120%
common65%
natural100%
wholesome65%
delicate80%
strange160%
comedic80%
Meaning & Etymology
Pepita is a Spanish feminine diminutive of Joseph, often used as a given name. In addition to its use as a name, 'pepita' also refers to the edible seed of a pumpkin or certain other cultivars of squash, known for its nutritional value and common use as a snack.
Etymology
Original Form:
Joseph
Evolution:
From Joseph to the Spanish feminine diminutive Pepita
Source:
Spanish language