Briggette Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationBRIG-et / /ˈbrɪɡ.ɪt/French; Irish
Meaning
French: exalted one; Irish: strength
Historical & Cultural Background
Briggette is a variant of the name Brigitte, which has French origins. The name is often associated with Saint Brigid, an important figure in Irish Christianity. It has been popular in various cultures, particularly in France and Ireland, and has seen variations in spelling and pronunciation over time.
Similar Names
Variants
- Brigitte
- Brigida
International Variants
- Brigitte (French)
- Brigida (Italian)
- Brigette (English)
Famous people named Briggette
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Fictional characters named Briggette
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Briggette was first seen in the United States in 1959. Briggette has ranked as high as #1096 nationally, which occurred in 1965, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Briggette has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Briggette
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1959 | 18 |
| 1960 | 14 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1963 | 11 |
| 1964 | 10 |
| 1965 | 19 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 12 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 8 |