Brigid
Brigid is a girl's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Exalted one or strength.
Origin and history
Brigid is a traditional Irish feminine name derived from the Old Irish name Bríg. It historically refers to both the ancient Celtic goddess of wisdom and poetry and St. Brigid of Kildare, one of Ireland's patron saints. In the United States, it remains a steady, classic choice with strong Irish heritage roots.
Popularity in the United States
6,504 babies in the United States have been named Brigid since 1880. It ranks #2107 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1734.
States where it is most popular
- NY (26.3 %)
- IL (14.8 %)
- PA (13.1 %)
- CA (12.4 %)
- OH (8.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 6 |
| 1920-1930 | 5 |
| 1930-1940 | 42 |
| 1940-1950 | 169 |
| 1950-1960 | 526 |
| 1960-1970 | 962 |
| 1970-1980 | 641 |
| 1980-1990 | 852 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,033 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,109 |
| 2010-2019 | 792 |
| 2020-2029 | 367 |
Famous people named Brigid
- Brigid Berlin: Artist, Actress
- Brigid Brophy: Author, Critic
Nicknames
Bridge, Biddy, Bridie
Fun facts
- Brigid originates from the pre-Christian Celtic goddess associated with wisdom, healing, and fire before being adopted by Christian tradition.
- Saint Brigid is celebrated alongside Saint Patrick and Saint Columba as one of the three patron saints of Ireland.