Bridgit Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationBRID-jit / /ˈbrɪdʒɪt/Irish; Latin
Meaning
Irish: exalted one; Latin: strength
Historical & Cultural Background
Bridgit 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 Brigid, one of Ireland's patron saints. In Latin, the name is associated with strength and power. The name has various spellings and forms across cultures, reflecting its widespread use.
Trend Summary
Bridgit has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable rise in the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Bridget
- Bridgitte
- Bridgitt
International Variants
- Brigitte (French)
- Brigida (Italian)
- Brigette (English)
Famous people named Bridgit
Bridgit Mendler is an American actress and singer known for her role in the Disney Channel series 'Good Luck Charlie'.
Fictional characters named Bridgit
Bridgit Pike is a character in the DC Comics universe, known as the villainous Firefly.
Bridgit is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for her quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bridgit was first seen in the United States in 1955. Bridgit has ranked as high as #1028 nationally, which occurred in 1966, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, Illinois, and Minnesota. In the past 5 years the name Bridgit has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bridgit (1999)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1958 | 9 |
| 1959 | 11 |
| 1960 | 32 |
| 1961 | 22 |
| 1962 | 32 |
| 1963 | 31 |
| 1964 | 35 |
| 1965 | 22 |
| 1966 | 41 |
| 1967 | 27 |
| 1968 | 17 |
| 1969 | 18 |
| 1970 | 40 |
| 1971 | 22 |
| 1972 | 28 |
| 1973 | 30 |
| 1974 | 24 |
| 1975 | 20 |
| 1976 | 32 |
| 1977 | 36 |
| 1978 | 30 |
| 1979 | 35 |
| 1980 | 33 |
| 1981 | 41 |
| 1982 | 26 |
| 1983 | 25 |
| 1984 | 28 |
| 1985 | 15 |
| 1986 | 21 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 18 |
| 1989 | 20 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 27 |
| 1993 | 23 |
| 1994 | 28 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 26 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 19 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 23 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 19 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 24 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 16 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 8 |