Britta: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: br-eett-ah
Origin: Ireland
gender-female

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Meaning: Britta means 'help'.

Britta is a feminine name with Scandinavian and Irish origins. It translates to 'the exalted one' or 'mighty.' The name has a rich historical background, derived from the Old Norse name Birgir, which means 'help,' 'save,' or 'rescue.' It gained popularity in the mid-20th century and was particularly well-known in the 1980s. Despite its decline in usage, Britta remains a unique and meaningful name.

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