Biddy Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Biddy is listed in our database as a girl name of Irish origin. Its recorded meaning is “Diminutive of Brigid: A variant of Bridget, meaning the high one or strength. Famous bearer: 6th century Irish abbess Brigid )known as St Bridget or St Bride) founded Ireland's first women's religious community”.

Biddy Name at a Glance

Name Biddy
Meaning Diminutive of Brigid: A variant of Bridget, meaning the high one or strength. Famous bearer: 6th century Irish abbess Brigid )known as St Bridget or St Bride) founded Ireland's first women's religious community.
Origin Irish
Gender Girl

What Does the Name Biddy Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Biddy means “Diminutive of Brigid: A variant of Bridget, meaning the high one or strength. Famous bearer: 6th century Irish abbess Brigid )known as St Bridget or St Bride) founded Ireland's first women's religious community”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Biddy Name Origin

Our database records Biddy under Irish origin. Browse more Irish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Biddy a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Biddy is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Biddy

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