Brigette Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationbrih-GET / /brɪˈɡɛt/French; Latin
Meaning
French: exalted one; Latin: strength
Historical & Cultural Background
Brigette is a variant of the name Brigid, which has roots in Celtic mythology. Saint Brigid of Kildare is one of Ireland's patron saints, known for her generosity and compassion. The name has been popular in various forms across Europe, particularly in France and Ireland. It has seen a resurgence in modern times as a classic yet contemporary choice for girls.
Trend Summary
Brigette has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Bridget
- Brigida
International Variants
- Brigida (Spanish)
- Brigitte (French)
- Brigette (English)
Famous people named Brigette
Brigette Lundy-Paine is an American actress known for their role in the Netflix series 'Atypical'.
Brigette McGuire is a notable American artist recognized for her contemporary paintings.
Brigette Nielson is a Danish-American actress and model famous for her appearances in films during the 1980s.
Brigette O'Connor is an Irish politician who has served in various local government roles.
Fictional characters named Brigette
Brigette is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus', known for her adventurous spirit.
Brigette is a supporting character in the video game 'Overwatch', recognized for her role as a support hero.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Brigette was first seen in the United States in 1953. Brigette has ranked as high as #911 nationally, which occurred in 1968, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Illinois, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Brigette has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Brigette (2015)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 12 |
| 1957 | 23 |
| 1958 | 80 |
| 1959 | 101 |
| 1960 | 111 |
| 1961 | 102 |
| 1962 | 106 |
| 1963 | 137 |
| 1964 | 120 |
| 1965 | 138 |
| 1966 | 175 |
| 1967 | 154 |
| 1968 | 185 |
| 1969 | 146 |
| 1970 | 140 |
| 1971 | 148 |
| 1972 | 131 |
| 1973 | 163 |
| 1974 | 134 |
| 1975 | 109 |
| 1976 | 132 |
| 1977 | 118 |
| 1978 | 103 |
| 1979 | 94 |
| 1980 | 136 |
| 1981 | 82 |
| 1982 | 122 |
| 1983 | 122 |
| 1984 | 107 |
| 1985 | 91 |
| 1986 | 128 |
| 1987 | 121 |
| 1988 | 138 |
| 1989 | 134 |
| 1990 | 135 |
| 1991 | 135 |
| 1992 | 114 |
| 1993 | 82 |
| 1994 | 143 |
| 1995 | 68 |
| 1996 | 90 |
| 1997 | 72 |
| 1998 | 50 |
| 1999 | 60 |
| 2000 | 50 |
| 2001 | 43 |
| 2002 | 53 |
| 2003 | 55 |
| 2004 | 48 |
| 2005 | 42 |
| 2006 | 49 |
| 2007 | 43 |
| 2008 | 30 |
| 2009 | 32 |
| 2010 | 27 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 21 |
| 2014 | 32 |
| 2015 | 31 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 18 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 7 |