Name:
Birgit
Gender:
Girl
Origin:
Danish, Irish, Norwegian
Meaning:
Birgit is a Scandinavian variant of Bridget. Bridget originates in Irish language and means "powerful, strong". Bridget was the name of several saints, as well as a goddess in Celtic mythology. Until today, it is mainly popular in Ireland, in the United States its usage declines. The name was popularized by the character Bridget Jones, in the novel and subsequent film Bridget Jones's Diary, starring Renee Zellweger.
Pronunciation:
BEER-git
The Five Elements:
Water
Famous Birgit:
Birgit Ridderstedt : singer
Birgit Nilsson : soprano