Brigitte

“exalted one” — Associated with fertility

French origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#2940US 2023

57Births / yr

↑Rising

8.9kAll-time births

📅 Since 194600.02% of births at peak

How to pronounce Brigitte

bree-gi-tə(german),bree-zheet(french)

/bree-gi-tə(german),bree-zheet(french)/ · · 3 syllables

“exalted one”

Associated with fertility · French origin

What does Brigitte mean and where does it come from?

Brigitte is of French origin, derived from the Irish goddess Brigid, associated with fertility, healing, and poetry. The name has been widely adopted in French-speaking countries, and is also popular in Germany and Switzerland. Famous bearers include actress Brigitte Bardot, who became a cultural ic

Cultural significance

Brigitte has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in French-speaking communities, where it reflects values of exalted one.

Peak popularity

Reached #551 in 1960 — currently #2940 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Brigitte?

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

Brigitte Grace

How popular is Brigitte right now?

Rising fast — up 341 spots — currently #2940 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1950–2023#2940 · Top 2.2%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#2940	57	▲ up 341 · +16% births
2022	#3281	49	▼ down 555 · -22% births
2021	#2726	63	▲ up 267 · +19% births
2020	#2993	53	▼ down 1347 · -59% births
2015	#1646	130	▲ up 1484 · +145% births
2010	#3130	53	▼ down 831 · -32% births
2005	#2299	78	▼ down 190 · +1% births
2000	#2109	77	▼ down 826 · -41% births
1995	#1283	131	▼ down 188 · -18% births
1990	#1095	160	▼ down 123 · +1% births
1985	#972	158	▲ up 209 · +39% births
1980	#1181	114	▼ down 10 · +15% births
1975	#1171	99	▼ down 405 · -48% births
1970	#766	189	▼ down 205 · -34% births
1965	#561	288	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Brigitte

Best Year1960Rank #551

Peak Count314

Average Rank#2005

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1950 - 202318 years

The story of Brigitte

Brigitte entered American naming records in 1946 and has been in use for over 78 years. With 8,851 total births recorded, Brigitte remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4678 in 1950 to #2940 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Brigitte in 1960:

Mary Susan Linda Karen Donna

Brigitte by decade

Brigitte peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →

Decade	Births
1940s	25
1950s	591
1960s ★	2,528
1970s	1,317
1980s	1,381
1990s	1,303
2000s	794
2010s	859
2020s	53

💎With 8,851 total births, Brigitte is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Brigitte?

DANISH

BirteBirtheBritaBrittBrittaGitte

ENGLISH

BeeBiddyDelia

FINNISH

BritaPirjoPirkkoPriitaRiitta

GERMAN

Gitta

Famous people named Brigitte

Brigitte (French author)

Brigitte immortalized this name in French literature, one of the world's great literary traditions.

Brigitte (French impressionist artist)

Brigitte used this name in the rich tradition of French visual arts and culture.

Brigitte (medieval French noble)

Brigitte held this name in the courts of medieval France, from which it spread across Europe with the Normans.

Brigitte (French author)

Brigitte immortalized this name in French literature, one of the world's great literary traditions.

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What names sound and feel like Brigitte?

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

Bridgitte

Ireland · Exalted one.

Briggitte

Germanic · Elevated one

Brigette

France · A beloved name

Birgitte

Denmark · exalted one

Brenette

French · Little raven

Crisette

French · a variant of

Trinette

French · pure

Brulotte

Celtic · A Celtic name

How is Brigitte written in other languages?

Common questions about the name Brigitte

What does the name Brigitte mean?

Brigitte means "exalted one" — a name rooted in French 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 Brigitte?

Brigitte is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Brigitte?

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

What sibling names go well with Brigitte?

Brigitte pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar French heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Brigitte a common or rare name?

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