Birgit Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Birgit Name at a Glance

Name	Birgit
Meaning	Splendid or strong.
Origin	Celtic
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Birgit Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Birgit means “Splendid or strong”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Birgit Name Origin

Our database records Birgit under Celtic origin. Browse more Celtic baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Birgit a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Birgit is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Birgit

When considering Birgit for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.