What origin is the name Ritha?

Ritha comes from Greek naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good brother names for Ritha?

Names from the same greek tradition pair naturally with Ritha — for example Alexander, Christopher, Lucas. You can browse more on our greek names page.

Is it Ritha or Reetha?

Both spellings are used. Ritha means "A short form of Margarita, which is of Greek origin and means pearl."; Reetha is listed with the meaning "Pearl". Families often choose the spelling that matches how the name is written in their language, or the one that is easiest to pronounce where they live. Other spellings: Rita.

Ritha

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Ritha

Ritha

Girl

Greek

2 syllables

Ritha is a Greek girl's name meaning "A short form of Margarita, which is of Greek origin and means pearl".

Ritha is a girl's name of Greek origin meaning "A short form of Margarita, which is of Greek origin and means pearl". It has 2 syllables.

Origin: Greek
Gender: Girl
Syllables: 2

Last updated 24 October 2026.

What does Ritha mean?

A short form of Margarita, which is of Greek origin and means pearl.

How popular is Ritha?

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What does Ritha mean?

Ritha is a girl name of Greek origin meaning "A short form of Margarita, which is of Greek origin and means pearl.".

How popular is Ritha?

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Brother names that go with Ritha

Alexander Christopher Lucas Andrew Sebastian Luke

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Name numerology

4is the Chaldean number for Ritha.

Number 4 is linked with stability, hard work and loyalty.

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Other spellings of Ritha

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Reetha — "Pearl" (Unknown origin)
Rita — "A short form of Margaret, this name signifies a pearl or a way of life, with roots in Sanskrit and European traditions." (Sanskrit)

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Ritha at a glance

Letters: 5
Syllables: 2
Starts with: R
Ends with: -ha
Vowels: 2 of 5 letters

5-letter girl names

Which names have a similar meaning to Ritha?

Ritha means "A short form of Margarita, which is of Greek origin and means pearl." — these names share that spirit.

Mia — "Mia is a Scandinavian and German short form of Maria. In Italian and Spanish, mia also means 'mine'." (Scandinavian)
Liam — "Liam is the Irish short form of William, from Germanic words meaning 'will' and 'helmet', so 'resolute protector'." (Irish)
Lucas — "Lucas is the Latin form of Luke, from the Greek Loukas, meaning 'man from Lucania', a region of southern Italy." (Greek)
Ella — "Ella comes from the Germanic element alia, meaning 'other' or 'all'. It is also used as a short form of Eleanor and Ellen." (English)
Isabella — "Isabella is the Italian and Spanish form of Elizabeth, from the Hebrew Elisheva, meaning 'my God is an oath' or 'pledged to God'." (Hebrew)
Sophia — "Sophia comes from the Greek word sophia, meaning 'wisdom'. It has been used across Europe since early Christian times." (Greek)
Ava — "Ava is of uncertain origin. It may come from the Germanic avi, possibly 'desired', or be linked to Eve, meaning 'life'." (Latin)
Alexander — "Alexander comes from the Greek Alexandros, meaning 'defender of people', from alexein 'to defend' and aner 'man'." (Greek)