Berit
Berit is a Christian girl name of Irish, via Scandinavian origin, meaning “Exalted one”.
| Meaning | Exalted one |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Irish, via Scandinavian |
| Pronunciation | BEH-rit |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Norway, Sweden, Denmark |
Meaning and origin of Berit
Berit is a Scandinavian form of Bridget, which comes from the Irish Brighid, usually explained as 'exalted one'. It reached Scandinavia mainly through St Birgitta of Sweden, whose name was popular in the Middle Ages. Berit was very common in Norway in the mid-twentieth century. It is often shortened to Britt, a form that became an independent name in Sweden.
Is Berit a Christian name?
Berit is linked to St Birgitta of Sweden, a fourteenth-century mystic and patron saint of Europe, and to St Brigid of Ireland.
How popular is Berit?
Common in Norway among older women.
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Spellings and variants of Berit
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Berit mean?
Berit means 'Exalted one'. It is of Irish, via Scandinavian origin.
Is Berit a Christian name?
Berit is linked to St Birgitta of Sweden, a fourteenth-century mystic and patron saint of Europe, and to St Brigid of Ireland.
How do you pronounce Berit?
Berit is pronounced BEH-rit.
Is Berit a boy or girl name?
Berit is usually a girl name.