Gittel
Gittel is a Jewish girl name of Yiddish origin, meaning “Good”.
| Meaning | Good |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Yiddish |
| Written as | גיטל |
| Pronunciation | GIT-ul |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | United States, Israel |
Meaning and origin of Gittel
Gittel is a Yiddish name from gut, 'good', with a diminutive ending. It is traditionally paired with the Hebrew name Tova, which also means 'good', so a woman may be called Tova Gittel. The name was common among Ashkenazi Jewish women in Eastern Europe and is still given in Orthodox families, often in memory of a relative.
Is Gittel a Jewish name?
Gittel is a Jewish name, the Yiddish partner of Tova, expressing goodness.
How popular is Gittel?
Found mainly in Hasidic and Orthodox communities.
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Spellings and variants of Gittel
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gittel mean?
Gittel means 'Good'. It is of Yiddish origin.
Is Gittel a Jewish name?
Gittel is a Jewish name, the Yiddish partner of Tova, expressing goodness.
How do you pronounce Gittel?
Gittel is pronounced GIT-ul.
Is Gittel a boy or girl name?
Gittel is usually a girl name.