Bridget
Meaning of Bridget
Bridget is a beautiful and timeless name for a baby girl. It has a rich history and is derived from the Irish Gaelic name Brigid, meaning "exalted one." Bridget is pronounced as BRIJ-it in both American English and British English. In Irish Gaelic, it is pronounced as BRID-jet. The name has variations such as Brigid, but regardless of how it's spelled, Bridget remains a popular choice for parents.
Looking at the data for newborns in the United States, we can see that Bridget has consistently maintained its popularity over the years. While there have been fluctuations in its ranking, with occasional dips and rises, Bridget has remained a beloved name choice for parents. In recent years, it has ranked around 400-600 in terms of occurrence.
Choosing Bridget as your child's name not only gives her a strong and elegant identity but also connects her to a long-standing tradition. With its widespread usage across different cultures, this name holds universal appeal while still being unique enough to stand out. Consider naming your little one Bridget for a classic yet distinctive choice that will suit her throughout her life.
Pronunciation
Irish Gaelic
- Pronunced as BRID-jet (/'bri.d͡ʒet/)
English
- Pronunced as BRIJ-it (/'brɪdʒ.ɪt/)
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Notable People Named Bridget
| Bridget of Sweden, also known as Birgitta Birgersdotter, was a Swedish widow, mystic, and saint who founded the Bridgettine order and was the mother of Catherine of Vadstena. |
| Bridget Louise Riley is an English painter famous for her op art paintings, residing and working in London, Cornwall, and Vaucluse, France. |
| Bridget Bate Tichenor was a British surrealist painter known for her fantastic art and association with magic realism, as well as being a fashion editor, who made Mexico her home. |
| Kathryn Bridget Moynahan is an American actress and former model known for her roles in Sex and the City and other television shows. |
| Bridget Everett is a multi-talented American comedian, actress, singer, and writer known for her work in comedy, music, and film. |
| Bridget Bishop was the first person executed for witchcraft during the Salem witch trials in 1692, where about 200 people were tried and 20 were executed. |
| Barbara Amy Bridget Jackson is an accomplished English amateur golfer, known for her victories in various championships and her participation in three Curtis Cup matches. |
| Bridget Jane Fonda is an American retired actress known for her roles in popular films such as The Godfather Part III, Single White Female, and Jackie Brown. |
| Bridget Yelverton Lee Steere, also known as Lady Lee Steere OBE, was a prominent figure in the Western Australia Girl Guides, serving as State Commissioner for over two decades and receiving the prestigious Silver Fish Award for her contributions to the organization. |
| Bridget Catherine Regan is an American actress known for her roles in TV series like Legend of the Seeker, The Last Ship, White Collar, Jane the Virgin, and Agent Carter, as well as in films such as The Babysitters, John Wick, and Devil's Gate. |
| Dame Bridget Margaret Ogilvie is a renowned Australian and British scientist. |
| Bridget Ann Brink is an American diplomat who currently serves as the United States Ambassador to Ukraine, having previously held the same position in Slovakia. |
| Bridget Richardson Fletcher (1726–1770) was a pioneering hymn writer and religious poet in Colonial America, offering insight into the experiences of women during that time. |
| Bridget Mary Redmond was a pioneering Irish politician who broke barriers for women in public office during her twenty-year career in Irish politics. |
| Bridget Meehan Brennan is an American lawyer and United States district judge from Ohio, who also served as acting United States attorney for the Northern District of Ohio. |
