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Birgit

BIR-git

Letters

6

Syllables

2

Origin

Celtic

Total Births

280

Peak Year

#25 in 1960

First Recorded

1934

Style

Vintage, Strong & Bold

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

Scandinavian form of Bridget, meaning 'exalted one' or 'strength.' It is associated with the Celtic goddess Brigid.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

  • Birgit Nilsson

    Famous Swedish opera singer.

  • Birgit Prinz

    German football player.

Nicknames

Personality Traits

StrongIndependentCreativeIntelligent

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