Gitte
Fact sheet
- Name
- Gitte
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
Gitte is a female first name with Celtic roots that carries the meaning "the Exalted."
What does the name Gitte mean?
Gitte is a female name form that originates from the Celtic language. The name means "the Exalted" and is a Danish short form of Brigitte or Brigitta. It derives from the Celtic term briganti, which means "exalted" or "divine." The origin of the name goes back to Saint Brighid, an ancient Irish goddess of light and the national saint of Ireland. The variant Gitte has established itself since the 19th century and is particularly common in the Scandinavian region. An alternative spelling is Gitta, while Gitti is the most common pet form.
Where does the name Gitte come from?
The name Gitte has Celtic roots and means "the Exalted." The Celtic
How do you pronounce Gitte?
The pronunciation of the name Gitte is two syllables and has a soft yet definite sound. It is pronounced as "Git-te" [ˈɡɪtə], with the short "i" combined with a gentle, rounded ending syllable. The absence of an open "-a" gives the name a matter-of-fact character that distinguishes it from related forms. Gitte radiates a clear, Nordic elegance - calm, straightforward, and pleasantly understated.
Popularity
In Germany, Gitte is a rather rare first name. In 2019, it ranked 4,068th on the list of the most common female first names. Gitte achieved its best ranking in 2016, reaching 2,371st place. Over the last ten years, the name has been given about 20 times, placing it 6,013th in the corresponding ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, Gitte ranks 6,444th.
Nicknames & pet names
Gitti
Famous people
- Gitte Aaen (handball player from Denmark)
- Gitte Haenning (Danish/German singer)
- Gitte Hähner-Springmühl (German painter)
- Gitte Hanspal (model from Denmark)
- Gitte Köhler (badminton player from Germany)
- Gitte Lindstrom (ballet dancer from Denmark)
- Gitte Madsen (Danish handball player)
- Gitte Nielsen (Danish actress)
- Gitte Paulsen (Danish badminton player)
- Gitte Pedersen (Danish footballer)
- Gitte Sunesen (American handball player)
Frequently asked questions about the name Gitte
What is the origin of the name Gitte?
Gitte has Celtic roots and is a female short form of Brigitte or Brigitta. The name is particularly common in Denmark and Scandinavia.
What does the name Gitte mean?
Gitte means 'the Exalted' and derives from the Celtic term 'briganti,' which means 'exalted' or 'divine.'
How popular is the name Gitte?
Gitte enjoys a certain popularity, especially in Scandinavian countries, while the variant Gitta and the pet form Gitti are also widespread.