Gitte

Gitte is a feminine given name used primarily in Denmark and other Nordic countries. It is commonly a diminutive or standalone form of Birgitte, the Danish variant of Bridget, which ultimately derives from the Irish Brighid. The name Brighid is traditionally associated with exalted or luminous qualities and has been linked to strength and creativity in various cultural contexts.

In Danish naming practices, Gitte rose to popularity in the mid-20th century and remains a recognizable given name among older and some younger generations. Today it is less common for newborns but persists in use within Danish-speaking communities.

Notable people with this name include Gitte Hænning (born 1946), a Danish-born singer who achieved prominent popularity across Europe in the 1960s and 1970s, particularly in Germany and Denmark.

Variants and related names include Birgitte, Birgitta, Brigitte, and Bridget. While often a diminutive, Gitte is also used independently as a given name in its own right.