Brigitt

The name Brigitt is a Danish and Swedish variant of Brigitte, which is known in Germany as a form of the Old Irish name Brighid. The latter is named after an ancient Irish goddess of the sun and carries the meanings 'the Exalted', 'the Divine', and 'the High'.

What does the name Brigitt mean?

Brigitt is a feminine designation that traces back to the Danish and Swedish form of Brigitte, a German derivation of the Old Irish name Brighid, which is derived from a goddess of the sun of the same name. The meanings of the name include 'the Exalted', 'the Divine', and 'the High'. Its roots lie in Old Irish and Celtic, derived from bríg or briganti, meaning 'high', 'powerful', 'exalted', and 'divine'. Saint Brigid of Kildare, who lived in the 5th and 6th centuries, is venerated as the national saint of Ireland. Through her cult, the name spread particularly in England and Ireland and came to Germany with Irish and Scottish missionaries in the early Middle Ages, where it became popular mainly in western and southern Germany. Other forms of the name include Brigid, Brigida, Brigide, Brigite, Brigit, Brigitta, and Brigita.

Where does the name Brigitt come from?

The origin of the name Brigitt is Celtic and means 'the Divine' or 'the Exalted'. The Celtic root bríg or briganti stands for terms like high, powerful, exalted, and divine. Another Celtic derivation is brígh, meaning the Exalted, goddess of fire, or power, strength, might, and virtue. The languages in which the name appears are Danish and Swedish.

How do you pronounce Brigitt?

The pronunciation of Brigitt is two syllables and emphasizes the consonant. It is pronounced as 'Bri-gitt' [ˈbʁɪɡɪt], with the doubling of the 't' leading to a clear, distinct finish. The short vowels give the name a compact form. Brigitt thus conveys a determined and powerful impression - sober, precise, and with a clear presence.

When is the name day of Brigitt?

Brigitt celebrates her name day on February 1, July 23, and October 8.

Popularity

In Germany, the first name Brigitt is relatively rare. In 2014, it ranked 4,003rd in the list of the most popular girls' names. Between 2010 and 2024, it was given in Germany less than 10 times, placing it at 10,750th. In the last ten years, no child has received this name.