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Celtic · Girl name

Brigita

“exalted one”

About the name Brigita

Brigita is a name of Celtic origin, derived from the name Brigid, meaning ‘exalted one’. It is associated with the goddess Brigid in Irish mythology, who is revered as a goddess of poetry, healing, and fertility. The name has been used in various forms across cultures, particularly in Ireland and among Celtic communities.

Meaning
exalted one
Origin
Celtic
Gender
Girl
Pronunciation
bree-GEE-ta(3 syl.)

Variants and spellings

  • Brigid

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Middle names for Brigita

  • Brigita Marie
  • Brigita Anne
  • Brigita Claire
  • Brigita Joy
  • Brigita Sofia

Questions about Brigita

What does Brigita mean?
Brigita is a Celtic name meaning "exalted one".
How do you pronounce Brigita?
Brigita is pronounced bree-GEE-ta, with emphasis on the second syllable.
What are variants of Brigita?
Variants of Brigita include Brigid.

Updated . Name meanings and origins vary between sources and traditions; this page gives the most widely cited interpretation. How we write these pages.