Bridget Name Origin
/BRIDJ-ət/-
British (Celtic) 50%
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American (Anglo-Saxon) 30%
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Irish (Celtic) 20%
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Name Details
- First Name: Bridget
- Last Name: N/A
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Female
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Name Origin
The name Bridget is of Celtic origin, derived from the Gaelic name 'Brighid', associated with the Irish goddess of poetry, healing, and smithcraft. It became popular in Christian Ireland due to Saint Brigid, one of Ireland's patron saints. The name spread to English-speaking countries, especially in Britain and Ireland.
Name Trends
This chart shows how many babies were given the name Bridget each year, based on data from the U.S. Government's Social Security Administration (SSA).