Girl name
Brigitta name meaning
“exalted, elevated”
Brigitta is a feminine name meaning “exalted” or “elevated.” It is a European form of the Irish name Brigid, derived from a Celtic element meaning exalted or high. Brigita is a spelling variant, and the name also has a connection to Christian naming traditions through several saints.
What does Brigitta mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Brigitta
Brigitta is a European form of Irish Brigid, derived from a Celtic element meaning exalted or high. Several saints give it a Christian naming association.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Name combinations with Brigitta
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Brigitta, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Brigitta: exalted, elevated
- Mahdalena: a woman from Magdala
- Cornelia: of the Cornelius family; associated with horn
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Meaning of each word
- Brigitta: exalted, elevated
- Elisa: God is salvation; God is my oath
- Kezia: cassia, an aromatic spice plant
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Brigitta Luciana
Meaning of each word
- Brigitta: exalted, elevated
- Luciana: associated with the name Lucius
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Meaning of each word
- Siska: Frankish woman or woman from France
- Brigitta: exalted, elevated
- Yudith: woman of Judah
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Brigitta Melani
Meaning of each word
- Brigitta: exalted, elevated
- Melani: dark, black in color
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Meaning of each word
- Brigitta: exalted, elevated
- Feronika: bringer of victory
- Elsy: God is my oath
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How to pronounce Brigitta
| Syllables | 3 · 8 letters · 8-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦧꦿꦶꦒꦶꦠ꧀ꦠ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮘᮢᮤᮌᮤᮒ᮪ᮒ |
Is Brigitta a girl’s name?
Yes, Brigitta is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Brigitta ranks #2,029 among girl names in our data sample (4 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
The same name in other spellings (for example old and new Indonesian spelling):
Names with related meanings
- Sri♀Splendor, beauty, prosperity
- Agustina♀Venerable, worthy of respect
- Diah♀Young woman
- Dyah♀An honorific for young people
- Andi♂♀An honorific of nobility
- Mulyani♀Noble, of high worth
- Sarah♀Princess, noblewoman
- Maharani♀Great queen, queen consort
- Azizah♀Esteemed, cherished, strong
- Agustin♀Venerable, worthy of respect
- Mulia♂♀Exalted and esteemed
- Mulyana♂♀Noble and dignified
Famous people named Brigitta
- Brigitta Cynthia · b. 1993
- Brigitta Maria · b. 1954
- Brigitta Renyaan
FAQ about the name Brigitta
What is the meaning of Brigitta?
Brigitta means exalted, elevated. Brigitta is a European form of Irish Brigid, derived from a Celtic element meaning exalted or high. Several saints give it a Christian naming association.
Is Brigitta a girl’s name?
Yes, Brigitta is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Brigitta?
Brigitta is of European origin.
How many syllables does Brigitta have?
Brigitta has 3 syllables (Bri-git-ta) and 8 letters.
How popular is the name Brigitta?
Brigitta ranks #2,029 among girl names in our data sample (4 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Brigitta?
Other spellings: Brigita.
What full names go well with Brigitta?
Some ideas: Brigitta Mahdalena Cornelia; Brigitta Elisa Kezia; Brigitta Luciana.
Famous people named Brigitta?
Notable people named Brigitta include Brigitta Cynthia, Brigitta Maria, Brigitta Renyaan.
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