Bridger
Bridger is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Dwellerr near a bridge, or a bridge builder.
Origin and history
Bridger is an English occupational surname turned given name, historically referring to a person who lived near or managed a bridge. It has gained steady popularity in the United States, particularly in Western regions due to historical associations with pioneer Jim Bridger. Today, it serves as a rugged, nature-adjacent classic choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
6,873 babies in the United States have been named Bridger since 1880. It ranks #1455 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #731.
States where it is most popular
- UT (32.4 %)
- MT (9.8 %)
- ID (9.5 %)
- CO (6.3 %)
- WA (4.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 40 |
| 1980-1990 | 153 |
| 1990-2000 | 720 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,729 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,237 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,994 |
Fun facts
- The name is strongly associated in U.S. history with Jim Bridger, a famous 19th-century mountain man, explorer, and scout.
- Several places in the American West are named after explorer Jim Bridger, including the Bridger Mountains in Montana and Bridger-Teton National Forest.