Birgit
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Birgit first appeared in US Social Security records in 1954.
Over 275 babies have been named Birgit in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Birgit is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,581 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #28,581
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Birgit
Birgit is a girl name .
Birgit is currently ranked #28,581 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Birgit include Bir, Birg, Birgy, Birgie, Biy, Biie, and Birkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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