Jytte

Hebrew

"He will be praised or woman from Judea"

Jytte Origin and Meaning

The name Jytte is a girl's name of Scandinavian origin.

Jytte is a feminine Danish name with Norse roots, functioning as a Danish form of Judith. The original Hebrew name Judith means 'woman from Judea' or 'praised,' while Jytte has evolved its own distinct Scandinavian identity. This name gained significant popularity in Denmark throughout the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1940s and 1950s. While less commonly given to newborns today, it remains a recognized name that carries a sense of Danish heritage and tradition. Jytte features a characteristic Scandinavian brevity and directness in pronunciation. Outside of Denmark and Scandinavian communities, the name is quite rare, offering a unique cultural connection for those who bear it.

Famous People Named Jytte

• Jytte Maria Rex Danish artist
• Jytte Høy Danish artist
• Jytte Laila Zabell Abildstrøm Danish actress
• Jytte Gunlög Elisabeth Bengtsson Guteland Swedish politician
• Jytte Hilden Danish politician
• Jytte Pilloni Danish singer
• Jytte Hauch Fausbøll, Danish film director
• Jytte Breuning Danish actress
• Jytte Kvinesdal Danish actress