Bridgitte
Meaning of Bridgitte
Bridgitte is a female name with French origins. It is pronounced as bree-GEET in French and brih-JEET in English. The name has variations such as Brigitte. Bridgitte has been given to baby girls in the United States since at least 1958, although its popularity has fluctuated throughout the years. In recent years, it has been less common, with only five occurrences in 2016 and nine occurrences in 2015. However, it reached its peak popularity in the 1960s and 1970s, ranking as high as 13th in 1959 and 10th in 1978 for newborn girls. Bridgitte is associated with elegance and sophistication, making it a timeless choice for parents seeking a beautiful and unique name for their daughter.
Pronunciation
French
- Pronunced as bree-GEET (/briˈdʒit/)
English
- Pronunced as brih-JEET (/brɪˈdʒiːt/)
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Notable People Named Bridgitte
| Bridgitte Ellen Hartley is a South African canoe sprinter who has won bronze medals at the ICF Canoe Sprint World Championships and the Olympic Games. |
