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Bridget

BRIJ-et

Popularity

#703

stable

Letters

7

Syllables

2

Origin

Irish

Total Births

92,135

Peak Year

#2,770 in 1973

First Recorded

1880

Style

Classic & Timeless, Strong & Bold

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

An Anglicized form of the Irish name Brighid, meaning 'exalted one' or 'strength'. Associated with the Celtic goddess of fire.

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BridgeBridieBiddy

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Numerology

3

The Creative

Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.

Famous Namesakes

  • Bridget Fonda

    American actress from a famous acting family.

  • Saint Bridget of Sweden

    Medieval mystic and founder of a religious order.

Nicknames

BridgeBridieBiddy

Spelling Variations

BrighidBrigitteBridgit

Similar Names

BrendaBethanyBronwyn

Personality Traits

IndependentStrongCompassionateResilient

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