Bridget
Bridget is a Christian girl name of Irish origin, meaning “Exalted one”.
| Meaning | Exalted one |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Irish |
| Pronunciation | BRIJ-it |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Ireland, United States, United Kingdom, Sweden |
Meaning and origin of Bridget
Bridget comes from the Irish Brighid, usually explained as 'the exalted one' or 'high one'. Brigid was a goddess in pre-Christian Ireland, and the name was later borne by Saint Brigid of Kildare, one of Ireland's patron saints alongside Patrick and Columba. A separate Saint Bridget (Birgitta) of Sweden, a fourteenth-century mystic, spread the name in Scandinavia. Bridget was once so common in Ireland that it became a general term for Irish women abroad.
Is Bridget a Christian name?
Bridget is a Christian saint's name: Saint Brigid of Kildare is a patron of Ireland, celebrated on 1 February, and Saint Bridget of Sweden is a patron saint of Europe.
How popular is Bridget?
A classic name with Irish roots, less common now than in the past.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bridget mean?
Bridget means 'Exalted one'. It is of Irish origin.
Is Bridget a Christian name?
Bridget is a Christian saint's name: Saint Brigid of Kildare is a patron of Ireland, celebrated on 1 February, and Saint Bridget of Sweden is a patron saint of Europe.
How do you pronounce Bridget?
Bridget is pronounced BRIJ-it.
Is Bridget a boy or girl name?
Bridget is usually a girl name.