Rito

Meaning of Rito

Rito is a masculine given name of Spanish origin, etymologically derived from the Classical Latin ritus, meaning “rite” or “ceremony.” In English contexts it is phonetically realized as REE-toh (/ˈriːtoʊ/), preserving both its syllabic structure and stress pattern. According to data compiled by the United States Social Security Administration, Rito first appears in 1911 and has since maintained a consistently low but persistent frequency—annual registrations typically range from five to twenty births, with six occurrences in 2024 yielding a rank of 918th. This restrained, niche usage profile, characterized by minimal fluctuation within the 800–900 ranking band over the past decade, underscores its appeal as a distinctive yet semantically substantive choice. Connoting solemnity, tradition and communal continuity, the name Rito offers parents a formally resonant appellation that bridges Hispanic heritage and anglophone naming conventions.

Pronunciation

English

• Pronunced as REE-toh (/ˈriːtoʊ/)

• Riko