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Bridgette

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Pronounced brij-ET /brɪˈdʒɛt/High

Meaning: exalted one, strength, powerHigh

In 30 seconds: Bridgette is a variant of Brigid, an ancient Irish name meaning exalted one or strength. It honors both the Celtic goddess Brigid and Saint Brigid of Kildare, patron saint of Ireland.
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Origin HighIrish, Celtic
Meaningexalted one, strength, power
U.S. rank (2025)#2125 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births88 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1970
Total births (all-time)≈ 23,903

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 197019432025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Bridgette is a French-influenced spelling of the Irish Brigid, from the Celtic root brigh meaning strength or exalted one. The goddess Brigid was revered in pre-Christian Ireland as deity of fire, healing, and poetry. Saint Brigid of Kildare carried the name into the Christian era.

Brigitte (the French form) gained modern glamour through actress Brigitte Bardot. The spelling Bridgette emerged in English-speaking countries as a phonetic variant, popular in the mid-20th century. It remains a respected classic with strong roots in Irish Catholic tradition.

Did you know? Saint Brigid of Kildare (c. 451–525) is one of the three patron saints of Ireland alongside Patrick and Columba, and her feast day on February 1 aligns with the ancient Celtic festival of Imbolc, marking the start of spring.
Overall data confidence 88%
Ó Corráin & Maguire, Gaelic Personal Names — reference for BridgetteBehind the Name: Brigid — name etymology reference

Variations

BrigidBrigitBrigitteBridgetBrighid

Nicknames

BriBrigGette

Famous Bearers

  • ★Brigid of Kildare (c. 451–c. 525)
    Patron saint of Ireland and founder of the monastery at Kildare, namesake of the Brigid/Bridget/Bridgette family of names.
  • ★Bridgette Wilson (1973–present)
    American actress, model and former Miss Teen USA 1990, known for films including Billy Madison and I Know What You Did Last Summer.

If you like Bridgette…

Bridget— standard English spelling of the same name
Brigitte— French variant of same Celtic name
Brynn— Welsh name with similar Celtic heritage
Eileen— classic Irish feminine name
Siobhan— beloved Irish classic with saintly associations

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Frequently Asked

What does Bridgette mean?

Bridgette means exalted one or strength, from the Celtic root brigh, shared by the Irish goddess Brigid and Saint Brigid of Kildare.

How do you pronounce Bridgette?

Bridgette is pronounced brij-ET (/brɪˈdʒɛt/), with two syllables.

Is Bridgette a girl's name?

Yes, Bridgette is a feminine name with deep roots in Irish and Celtic tradition.

How popular is the name Bridgette?

Bridgette was most popular in English-speaking countries in the mid-20th century and remains a respected classic today.

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