Britt is a name of Scandinavian origin, derived from the Old Norse word "Brítt". This name was originally used as a pet form of names that began with the element "Bri-", such as Brida and Brynhildr.
The meaning of Britt is not entirely clear, but it is believed to be related to the Old Norse word "brjót" which means "to break". Therefore, Britt could potentially mean something like "strong" or "forceful".
There is no significant historical figure named Britt, but the name has been used in various cultures throughout history. In Norway, for example, Britt was a popular girl's name during the 20th century.
Today, Britt is still used as a given name, primarily in Scandinavian countries and other parts of Europe. However, it is not particularly common and may be considered somewhat unusual or unique outside of its cultural context. Despite its relatively rare usage, Britt remains a beautiful and distinctive name with a rich history and meaningful origins.
The name Britt experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the years. It started with a low of just 5 births in 1886, then rose to peak at 142 births in 1960. Since then, it has steadily declined, reaching a low of 8 births in 2017 and 2019, with 13 births in 2022 being the most recent data point available. Over this period spanning from 1886 to 2022, there were a total of 4691 babies named Britt.