Bridger Boy

Popularity: #617 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

PronunciationBRID-jer / /ˈbrɪdʒər/

English; Old English

Meaning

dweller by the bridge

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Bridger is derived from the Old English word 'brycg,' meaning bridge. It has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in the United States. The name reflects a connection to nature and the landscape, often evoking imagery of rivers and crossings. Bridger can also be associated with strength and stability, qualities attributed to bridges.

Trend Summary

Bridger has seen a rise in popularity in the United States over the past decade.

Similar Names

BridgitBridleyBridgeronBridgertonBridgBridgley

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Sibling Suggestions

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Bridger was first seen in the United States in 1974. Bridger has ranked as high as #1009 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in Utah, Montana, Idaho, Colorado, and Wyoming. In the past 5 years the name Bridger has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Bridger (2024)

StateBirthsShare
UT 29
11%
ID 23
8%
MN 14
5%
TX 14
5%
WY 12
4%
WA 11
4%
MT 10
4%
NC 10
4%
TN 10
4%
AL 9
3%
OH 9
3%
OK 9
3%
WI 9
3%
IA 9
3%
ND 9
3%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19745
197710
197814
197911
198010
198115
198212
198316
198415
198513
198619
198720
198815
198918
199032
199121
199241
199336
199458
199574
199693
1997115
1998108
1999142
2000144
2001153
2002149
2003161
2004158
2005168
2006167
2007181
2008206
2009242
2010219
2011207
2012217
2013230
2014211
2015198
2016263
2017221
2018229
2019242
2020239
2021357
2022348
2023348
2024319