Gitty
Gitty is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Good.
Origin and history
Gitty is a feminine name of Yiddish origin, derived as a diminutive form of the name Gittel, which means good. It is primarily used within Ashkenazi Jewish communities in the United States. In recent years, it has seen steady usage in regions with vibrant Orthodox Jewish populations.
Popularity in the United States
3,715 babies in the United States have been named Gitty since 1880. It ranks #2895 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1262.
States where it is most popular
- NY (95 %)
- NJ (5 %)
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 | 71 |
| 1960-1970 | 15 |
| 1970-1980 | 127 |
| 1980-1990 | 237 |
| 1990-2000 | 377 |
| 2000-2010 | 726 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,248 |
| 2020-2029 | 914 |
Fun facts
- Gitty developed as a affectionate form of Gittel, which comes from the Yiddish word 'gut', meaning good.
- The name has maintained steady popularity in the U.S. within traditional Jewish communities.