Britt
Britt is a girl's name of Norse origin.
Meaning
Exalted one or strength.
Origin and history
Britt is a Scandinavian short form of Birgitta or Bridget, originating from the Celtic name Brighid. It gained moderate popularity in the United States during the mid-to-late 20th century as a sleek alternative to Brittany. Today, it remains a rare given name for American girls.
Popularity in the United States
2,916 babies in the United States have been named Britt since 1880. It ranks #3285 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2095.
States where it is most popular
- CA (22.7 %)
- IL (14.1 %)
- NY (13.4 %)
- MN (11.3 %)
- WA (6.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 51 |
| 1960-1970 | 478 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,146 |
| 1980-1990 | 787 |
| 1990-2000 | 249 |
| 2000-2010 | 129 |
| 2010-2019 | 70 |
| 2020-2029 | 6 |
Famous people named Britt
- Britt Ekland: Actress, Singer
- Britt Lower: Actress
- Britt Nicole: Singer, Songwriter
Fun facts
- Britt originated in Sweden and Norway as a hypocoristic form of Birgitta.
- The name experienced a peak in American usage during the 1970s and 1980s.