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Bridgett
Pronounced BRIJ-it /ˈbrɪdʒ.ɪt/High
Meaning: A spelling of Bridget — from the Irish Brighid, 'the exalted one; strength/power' (Brigid, the Irish goddess and later saint); we note the goddess linkLow
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U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Bridgett is a spelling of Bridget — from the Irish Brighid, 'the exalted one; strength/power' (Brigid, the Irish goddess and later saint; we note the goddess link). A crisp, classic name (said 'BRIJ-it').
In the U.S. it appears as a spelling of Bridget. Rare in this form, the-exalted-one at the root, and crisp.
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What does the name Bridgett mean?
Bridgett spells Bridget — Irish 'the exalted one; strength' (Brigid, the goddess and saint). We note the goddess link.
How do you pronounce Bridgett?
It's said BRIJ-it /brd.t/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Bridgett a boy or girl name?
Bridgett is a girl's name.
How popular is Bridgett?
Bridgett is a rare spelling in the U.S.