Britta Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Britta is a Scandinavian name that means 'the exalted one.' It evolved from the Old Norse name Birgitta and has historical roots linked to Saint Bridget. The name has been used since medieval times and is currently viewed as a classic and strong name. There is no biblical relevance associated with Britta. Notable individuals with this name include politicians and artists.
The name Britta is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Britta has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Britta' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7232nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5291st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3587th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1956th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1446th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3788th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4010th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Britta' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Britta"
Pronunciation
/ˈbrɪtə/
Origin
Scandinavian
Etymology
Britta is a diminutive form of the name Birgitta, which is derived from the Old Norse name Birgir, meaning 'the exalted one.'
Meaning
exalted one
Language Evolution
Birgitta, Britta, Bridget
Historical Usage
Britta gained popularity in Scandinavian countries and has been used since the medieval period, especially in connection with Saint Bridget.
Variants & Derivatives
Bridget, Birgitta, Brit, Britt
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Britta is perceived as a charming and classic name, often associated with strength and independence.
Famous People
Britta Arnold, a prominent German politician, Britta K. L. H. von Schönau, a noted German artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Britta"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Britta"
"Britta" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7232nd of 9107 | 15 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5291st of 9204 | 46 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3587th of 12526 | 214 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1956th of 19264 | 717 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1446th of 27321 | 1,631 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3788th of 35406 | 601 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4010th of 30306 | 444 |
Regional Popularity of "Britta" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Britta" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
82.13% 2279th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
53.66% 1576th/2937 |
74.85% 2607th/3483 |
95.37% 3355th/3518 |
47.73% 1930th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
23.23% 856th/3685 |
53.41% 2390th/4475 |
47.29% 2456th/5194 |
27.94% 1765th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
40.07% 1836th/4582 |
- | - |
83.68% 6245th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
43.72% 1742nd/3984 |
- | - |
84.00% 5272nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Britta"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Britta" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.