Gitta

Gitta is a feminine name that is often regarded as a short form of Brigitta or Brigitte. This German variant has its roots in the name of the Old Irish goddess of light, Brighid.

What does the name Gitta mean?

Gitta is considered a first name for girls and is a short form of Brigitta or Brigitte, which is a German derivation that traces back to the Old Irish goddess of light, Brighid. The meaning of the name is "the Divine," "the Exalted," and "the High." It originates from Old Irish and Celtic and derives from the Celtic word bríg or briganti, which means "high," "powerful," "exalted," and "divine." In German name history, the first name has been common since the 19th century. Saint Brigid of Kildare, who lived in the 5th and 6th centuries, is venerated as the national saint of Ireland. Her fame led to the spread of the name, particularly in England and Ireland. Many Irish and Scottish missionaries brought her cult to Germany in the early Middle Ages, which led to the name primarily spreading in western and southern Germany. Other variants include Gitte and Gitti.

Where does the name Gitta come from?

Gitta is a feminine name with Old Irish and Celtic roots and means "the Divine" or "the Exalted." The Old Irish and Celtic root bríg or briganti stands for "high," "powerful," "exalted," and "divine." Another Celtic derivation is brígh, which means "Exalted," "Goddess of Fire," "Power," "Strength," "Might," and "Virtue." The name is common in the German and Hungarian languages.

How do you pronounce Gitta?

The pronunciation of Gitta is clear and rhythmic, consisting of two syllables. The name is pronounced as "Git-ta" [ˈɡɪta], with the short, bright "i" setting a lively beginning. The double "t" clearly marks the syllable boundary. The open ending "-a" gives the name warmth. Gitta has a friendly and direct sound - uncomplicated, down-to-earth, and with a fresh presence.

When is the name day of Gitta?

The name days for Gitta fall on February 1, July 23, and October 8.

Popularity

In Germany, Gitta is among the rarer first names. In 2022, the name ranked 5,539th on the list of the most common female baby names. Its best ranking was in 2013 at 2,584th. In the last ten years, Gitta has been given as a first name fewer than 10 times, placing it at 8,310th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, the name ranks 6,014th.

Nicknames & pet names

Gidde / Giddl / Gittarre / Gitti

Famous people

• Gitta Alpar (Hungarian singer)
• Gitta Gyenes (Hungarian painter)
• Gitta Ilona Sack (model from Germany)
• Gitta Jensen (Danish swimmer)
• Gitta Kahle (German jazz musician)
• Gitta Lind (German schlager singer in the 1950s)
• Gitta Mallasz (Hungarian artist)
• Gitta Nickel (German film director)
• Gitta Rost (German badminton player)
• Gitta Saxx (model, real name Gitta Ilona Sack)
• Gitta Schweighöfer (actress)
• Gitta Sereny (Hungarian historian)
• Gitta Steiner (American composer)
• Gitta von Cetto (writer from Germany)
• Gitta Walther (German singer)