Bridget Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Bridget Name at a Glance

Name	Bridget
Meaning	Derived from the Irish name Brighid, meaning 'the high one' or 'strength.' Brighid was a mythological Celtic goddess of fire and poetry. This name has been used regularly in the British Isles since the 17th century.'Strength.
Origin	Irish
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Bridget Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Bridget means “Derived from the Irish name Brighid, meaning 'the high one' or 'strength.' Brighid was a mythological Celtic goddess of fire and poetry. This name has been used regularly in the British Isles since the 17th century.'Strength”. 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.

Bridget Name Origin

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

Is Bridget a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Bridget

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