Amelia vs Bridget

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bridget

Girl #704 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strength, power, virtue"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English Scandinavian Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#704
Total SSA Count
398
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Bri, Bridge, Biddy

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Bridget Rank #704

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #704 for Bridget.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amelia ___

  • Amelia Rose
  • Amelia Grace
  • Amelia Jane
  • Amelia Kate
  • Amelia Anne
  • Amelia Louise

Bridget ___

  • Bridget Ann
  • Bridget Marie
  • Bridget Rose
  • Bridget Elizabeth
  • Bridget Clare
  • Bridget Kate

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Bridget

Patrick Brendan Siobhan Fiona Declan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Bridget more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Bridget at #704 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Bridget mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Bridget means "strength, power, virtue" (Old Irish origin).

Are Amelia and Bridget boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Bridget is primarily a girl name.

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