Exalted one or strength
Britta is a Scandinavian short form of Birgitta, which is the Swedish form of the Irish name Bridget. It is derived from the Old Irish name Brighid, associated with the goddess of fire, poetry, and wisdom. The name carries a long history of both pagan and Christian significance in Northern Europe.
Less common today
Britta isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,148 in 1990.
Singer and voice of the character Jem
A main character and activist student · Community
German Olympic gold medalist in épée fencing
German Olympic champion swimmer and world record holder
German Olympic rower and silver medalist
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
