Britt Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationBRIT / bɹɪtEnglish; Scandinavian
Meaning
English: from Britain; Scandinavian: bright
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Britt has roots in both English and Scandinavian cultures. In English, it is often associated with the term for someone from Britain. In Scandinavian contexts, it is derived from the word meaning 'bright' or 'glorious'. The name has been used for both genders, though it is more commonly given to girls.
Trend Summary
The name Britt has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Brittan
- Brit
International Variants
- Britt (Danish)
- Britta (Swedish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Britt was first seen in the United States in 1886. Britt has ranked as high as #1004 nationally, which occurred in 1960, and has been most popular in California, Georgia, Louisiana, Florida, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Britt has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Britt (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1886 | 5 |
| 1899 | 6 |
| 1914 | 13 |
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1916 | 10 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1918 | 10 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1923 | 10 |
| 1924 | 12 |
| 1926 | 9 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1929 | 9 |
| 1930 | 8 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1935 | 9 |
| 1936 | 7 |
| 1937 | 8 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1943 | 24 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 14 |
| 1946 | 21 |
| 1947 | 16 |
| 1948 | 28 |
| 1949 | 24 |
| 1950 | 34 |
| 1951 | 37 |
| 1952 | 54 |
| 1953 | 47 |
| 1954 | 85 |
| 1955 | 73 |
| 1956 | 63 |
| 1957 | 105 |
| 1958 | 84 |
| 1959 | 119 |
| 1960 | 142 |
| 1961 | 99 |
| 1962 | 114 |
| 1963 | 110 |
| 1964 | 121 |
| 1965 | 75 |
| 1966 | 79 |
| 1967 | 123 |
| 1968 | 112 |
| 1969 | 100 |
| 1970 | 131 |
| 1971 | 115 |
| 1972 | 98 |
| 1973 | 94 |
| 1974 | 82 |
| 1975 | 81 |
| 1976 | 59 |
| 1977 | 70 |
| 1978 | 47 |
| 1979 | 77 |
| 1980 | 70 |
| 1981 | 82 |
| 1982 | 67 |
| 1983 | 63 |
| 1984 | 77 |
| 1985 | 67 |
| 1986 | 106 |
| 1987 | 70 |
| 1988 | 86 |
| 1989 | 79 |
| 1990 | 89 |
| 1991 | 77 |
| 1992 | 57 |
| 1993 | 59 |
| 1994 | 48 |
| 1995 | 41 |
| 1996 | 49 |
| 1997 | 36 |
| 1998 | 31 |
| 1999 | 47 |
| 2000 | 34 |
| 2001 | 31 |
| 2002 | 27 |
| 2003 | 21 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2005 | 33 |
| 2006 | 24 |
| 2007 | 20 |
| 2008 | 17 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 20 |
| 2011 | 20 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 21 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 15 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2024 | 19 |