The baby name Paquita is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced /paˈkita/ (pa-KEE-tah).
Paquita is Spanish in Origin.
The baby name Paquita is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced /paˈkita/ (pa-KEE-tah).
Paquita is Spanish in Origin.
Paquita is a Spanish feminine diminutive formed with the affectionate suffix -ita from Francisca, the Iberian form of the Latin Franciscus (“Frenchman; free one”). By extension it carries the meanings “free one,” “Frenchwoman,” or “of the Franks.” The name has been used across Spain, Latin America, and the Philippines, and entered wider European awareness via the 1846 ballet Paquita (Deldevez/Minkus), lending it a romantic, 19th‑century sheen.
As a nickname style, Paquita sits alongside Paca, Paqui, Pancha/Panchita, and Kika; related formal equivalents include Francisca, Francesca, Françoise, and Frances. Usage peaked in the mid‑20th century in many Spanish‑speaking regions and is now rare, evoking vintage charm. Notable bearers include Mexican singer Paquita la del Barrio (born Francisca Viveros). Spelling is generally stable; diminutives like Paqui and Panchita are more prevalent than true alternate forms.
| Paquita Rico Paquita Rico was a Spanish actress and singer best known for her work in film and music during the mid-20th century. Born Francisca Rico Martínez, she appeared in 30 films between 1948 and 1983 and became one of Spain’s well-known screen stars. | Paquita la del Barrio Paquita la del Barrio was a Mexican singer best known for her bold ranchera and bolero songs about heartbreak and female empowerment. She was especially famous for songs like "Rata de dos patas," "Tres veces te engañé," and "Cheque en blanco." |
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HN | 0 | #22 | 1 | 704 | |
| AO | 0 | #77 | 1 | 2,729 | |
| EC | 0 | #118 | 4 | 2,502 | |
| Spain | Girls | 0 | #159 | 4,108 | 5,561 |
| PR | Girls | 0 | #161 | 7 | 3,171 |
| UY | 0 | #182 | 1 | 2,477 | |
| AR | 0 | #192 | 2 | 2,915 | |
| EC | Girls | 0 | #211 | 29 | 3,650 |
| AO | Girls | 0 | #215 | 3 | 4,575 |
| PE | 0 | #321 | 9 | 6,350 | |
| GT | 0 | #337 | 2 | 5,948 | |
| QA | Girls | 0 | #342 | 2 | 15,378 |
| Spain | 0 | #355 | 98 | 2,326 | |
| France | Girls | 2018 | #400 | 3 | 3,265 |
| BO | 0 | #407 | 2 | 6,868 | |
| UY | Boys | 0 | #412 | 2 | 5,922 |
| OM | Girls | 0 | #422 | 3 | 15,987 |
| CL | 0 | #434 | 1 | 6,867 | |
| MX | 0 | #444 | 2 | 8,339 | |
| PT | Girls | 0 | #468 | 4 | 7,952 |
| GT | Girls | 0 | #487 | 19 | 7,500 |
| GT | Boys | 0 | #499 | 1 | 7,625 |
| CO | 0 | #507 | 4 | 7,768 | |
| PA | Girls | 0 | #513 | 6 | 9,861 |
| CR | Girls | 0 | #520 | 13 | 11,342 |
| UY | Girls | 0 | #528 | 9 | 6,731 |
| PS | Girls | 0 | #547 | 1 | 10,981 |
| CM | Girls | 0 | #560 | 1 | 11,671 |
| AR | Girls | 0 | #589 | 11 | 8,289 |
| AE | Girls | 0 | #595 | 3 | 20,968 |
| BO | Girls | 0 | #599 | 13 | 9,488 |
| PE | Girls | 0 | #603 | 402 | 14,861 |
| BO | Boys | 0 | #622 | 1 | 9,244 |
| HK | Girls | 0 | #650 | 1 | 16,104 |
| CL | Girls | 0 | #829 | 23 | 14,098 |
| Spain | Boys | 0 | #891 | 40 | 5,610 |
| CO | Boys | 0 | #911 | 10 | 15,656 |
| PE | Boys | 0 | #919 | 8 | 14,506 |
| CO | Girls | 0 | #979 | 100 | 16,140 |
| MX | Girls | 0 | #984 | 200 | 17,781 |
| BR | Girls | 0 | #990 | 3 | 12,708 |
| EG | Girls | 0 | #1,009 | 1 | 14,742 |
| SA | Girls | 0 | #1,012 | 3 | 25,931 |
| MX | Boys | 0 | #1,027 | 7 | 16,355 |
| MA | 0 | #1,199 | 1 | 20,986 | |
| IT | Girls | 0 | #1,400 | 47 | 9,415 |
| SA | Boys | 0 | #1,690 | 2 | 28,008 |
Paquita is popular in 28 countries — most recent births per country:
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