Bridgid

“strength, power; exalted one”

Ireland origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1649US 2023

551Births / yr

→Stable

446All-time births

📅 Since 195500

What does Bridgid mean and where does it come from?

Bridgid is a variant of the name Brigid, rooted in Irish mythology and culture. Saint Brigid, a 5th-century nun and abbess, is one of Ireland’s most venerated saints. Bridgid is associated with fire, fertility, and healing. The name is celebrated in various literary works and continues to be a popul

Cultural significance

Bridgid has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Ireland-speaking communities, where it reflects values of strength, power; exalted one.

Peak popularity

Reached #3423 in 1959 — currently #1649 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Bridgid?

Bridgid works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Bridgid Grace

How popular is Bridgid right now?

Holding steady — currently #1649 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1955–2023#1649 · Top 1.2%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1649	551	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2022	#1654	531	▲ up 5 · +6% births
2021	#1659	501	▲ up 7020 · +4455% births
2000	#8679	11	▲ up 2114 · +57% births
1995	#10793	7	▼ down 297
1990	#10496	7	▼ down 3869 · -30% births
1985	#6627	10	▼ down 1540 · -29% births
1980	#5087	14	▲ up 3294 · +133% births
1975	#8381	6	▼ down 3963 · -54% births
1970	#4418	13	▲ up 309 · +44% births
1965	#4727	9	▼ down 574 · -18% births
1960	#4153	11	▲ up 1622 · +83% births
1955	#5775	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Bridgid

Best Year2023Rank #1649

Peak Count551

Average Rank#5700

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1955 - 202313 years

The story of Bridgid

Bridgid entered American naming records in 1955 and has been in use for over 69 years. With 446 total births recorded, Bridgid remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #5775 in 1955 to #1649 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Bridgid in 1959:

Mary Susan Linda Karen Donna

Bridgid by decade

Bridgid peaked in the 1950s. See all 1950s names →

Decade	Births
1950s	32
1960s	97
1970s	92
1980s ★	114
1990s	70
2000s	41

💎Bridgid has only 446 total recorded births since 1955 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Bridgid?

Common

BriBrieBryIdgid

What names sound and feel like Bridgid?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Bridgid also consider these

Brigid

Ireland · Irish

Bridgit

Ireland · Exalted one; strength;

Brighid

Ireland · Exalted one

Birgid

Arabic · A Arabic name

Brandan

Ireland · Prince; descendant of

Broghan

Ireland · Irish

Bronagh

Ireland · sorrowful, sad

Cristin

Ireland · Christian

Common questions about the name Bridgid

What does the name Bridgid mean?

Bridgid means "strength, power; exalted one" — a name rooted in Ireland tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Bridgid?

Bridgid is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Bridgid?

Bridgid originates from Ireland tradition. Ireland names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Bridgid a common or rare name?

Bridgid is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What are good nicknames for Bridgid?

Bridgid naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.