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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Exalted one / strength (via Birgitta)
- Origin
- Scandinavian (Swedish)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- BRIT-ah
Britta is a vintage girl's name of Scandinavian (Swedish) origin, pronounced BRIT-ah. It comes via Birgitta and carries the meaning "exalted one" or "strength," which gives a short, simple name a worldly, old-fashioned backbone.
Meaning & Origin of Britta
Meaning: Exalted one / strength (via Birgitta).
Origin: Scandinavian (Swedish).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Britta
BRIT-ahIPA /ˈbrɪtə/
Popularity of Britta
Britta peaked at #867 in 1986, with 191 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had slipped to #5809 with just 21 babies, so it's a name you'll rarely meet on a playground today.
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FAQ
What does the name Britta mean?
Exalted one / strength (via Birgitta). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Britta?
Britta is pronounced BRIT-ah (IPA: /ˈbrɪtə/).
Is Britta a popular name right now?
Britta peaked at #867 in 1986 and is ranked #5809 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1916–2024.)
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