What does the name rita mean in greek church?

Rita is a female first name of Spanish and Italian origin, derived from the Greek word "margarites" meaning "pearl". In the Greek Church, it is associated with Saint Rita of Cascia, who is venerated as a saint of impossible causes and is often invoked for help in difficult situations. The name Rita is also sometimes associated with the Greek goddess Aphrodite, who was known as the "pearl of the sea".