Bridgett Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationBRID-jet / /ˈbrɪdʒɪt/Irish; Latin
Meaning
Irish: exalted one; Latin: strength
Historical & Cultural Background
Bridgett is derived from the Irish name Brighid, which is associated with the goddess of poetry, healing, and fertility in Celtic mythology. The name has been popular in Ireland for centuries and is often linked to Saint Bridget, one of Ireland's patron saints. In addition to its Irish roots, the name has Latin connections, emphasizing strength and power. The name has variations in spelling and has been used in various cultures.
Trend Summary
Bridgett has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Bridget
- Brighid
- Bridgit
International Variants
- Brigida (Italian)
- Brigitte (French)
- Brigette (English)
Famous people named Bridgett
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bridgett was first seen in the United States in 1942. Bridgett has ranked as high as #713 nationally, which occurred in 1970, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Georgia, Florida, and Alabama. In the past 5 years the name Bridgett has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bridgett (2023)
State | Births | Share |
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TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1942 | 5 |
1945 | 9 |
1946 | 14 |
1947 | 11 |
1948 | 9 |
1949 | 13 |
1950 | 15 |
1951 | 13 |
1952 | 35 |
1953 | 43 |
1954 | 62 |
1955 | 61 |
1956 | 64 |
1957 | 68 |
1958 | 92 |
1959 | 159 |
1960 | 206 |
1961 | 239 |
1962 | 273 |
1963 | 289 |
1964 | 316 |
1965 | 332 |
1966 | 331 |
1967 | 323 |
1968 | 320 |
1969 | 374 |
1970 | 482 |
1971 | 382 |
1972 | 370 |
1973 | 445 |
1974 | 358 |
1975 | 411 |
1976 | 316 |
1977 | 316 |
1978 | 283 |
1979 | 314 |
1980 | 323 |
1981 | 322 |
1982 | 311 |
1983 | 267 |
1984 | 277 |
1985 | 274 |
1986 | 251 |
1987 | 224 |
1988 | 225 |
1989 | 237 |
1990 | 234 |
1991 | 209 |
1992 | 185 |
1993 | 235 |
1994 | 224 |
1995 | 171 |
1996 | 151 |
1997 | 151 |
1998 | 130 |
1999 | 135 |
2000 | 109 |
2001 | 90 |
2002 | 72 |
2003 | 82 |
2004 | 74 |
2005 | 77 |
2006 | 78 |
2007 | 70 |
2008 | 64 |
2009 | 57 |
2010 | 51 |
2011 | 60 |
2012 | 49 |
2013 | 44 |
2014 | 35 |
2015 | 43 |
2016 | 24 |
2017 | 36 |
2018 | 19 |
2019 | 12 |
2020 | 17 |
2021 | 13 |
2022 | 14 |
2023 | 15 |
2024 | 11 |