Rising since 1985, #1,192 for girls today.
Popularity of Gitty since 1951
Babies named Gitty per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 71 |
| 1960s | 15 |
| 1970s | 127 |
| 1980s | 237 |
| 1990s | 377 |
| 2000s | 726 |
| 2010s | 1,248 |
| 2020s | 914 |
Meaning & origin
Gitty is a Yiddish diminutive of Gittel, meaning 'good', and has been used primarily within Ashkenazi Jewish communities. First recorded in the US in 1951, the name has seen a steady rise in popularity since 1985, achieving its peak rank of 1192 in 2025, when approximately 1 in 8328 girls received the name. Its greatest usage is concentrated in New York, reflecting the name's cultural heritage. Gitty remains a distinctive choice that honors tradition without being overly common.
Gitty is a Yiddish diminutive of Gittel, which derives from the Yiddish word 'gut', meaning 'good'. It has been used primarily among Ashkenazi Jewish communities. The name gained some usage in the United States, particularly in New York, reflecting its cultural roots.
Where Gitty is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Gittel, Gitl
Sibling names for Gitty
Names that share Gitty's style, for a brother or sister.
