Brigit
Brigit is a girl baby name. Ranked #64,780 in the US, popular nicknames include Bri, Bry, and Briie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Brigit first appeared in US Social Security records in 1954.
Over 1,238 babies have been named Brigit in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Brigit is past its peak , currently ranked #64,780 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #64,780
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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About the Name Brigit
Brigit is a girl name .
Brigit is currently ranked #64,780 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Brigit include Bri, Bry, Briie, and Brigie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Brigit include Brighton, Brigitte, Brigid . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis