Gitty

Gitty is a familiar form of the Yiddish name Gittel, which comes from a word meaning “good.” It is also used as a given name in its own right. Its history belongs to a Jewish naming tradition, rather than to an English adjective inferred from the modern spelling.

Gittel provides a longer related form, while Gitti is a close spelling comparison for the nickname. Gitty has two syllables and can serve as the everyday name whether or not a longer version appears in formal records. Families choosing it to honor a relative may value the exact pronunciation and affectionate form that were used in their own household.