Bridget vs Kelly

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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Kelly

Girl #867 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"frequenter of churches"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American Australian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#867
Total SSA Count
310
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kel

Playground Safety Score

23 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Bridget Rank #704
Kelly Rank #867

Bridget is more popular, ranked #704 vs #867 for Kelly.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bridget ___

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

Kelly ___

  • Kelly Anne
  • Kelly Marie
  • Kelly Lynn
  • Kelly Jo
  • Kelly Jean
  • Kelly Renee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Bridget

Patrick Brendan Siobhan Fiona Declan

If you choose Kelly

Casey Shannon Ryan Brendan Erin

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bridget or Kelly more popular?

Bridget is more popular, ranked #704 compared to Kelly at #867 in the United States.

What do Bridget and Kelly mean?

Bridget means "strength, power, virtue" (Old Irish origin). Kelly means "frequenter of churches" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Bridget and Kelly boy or girl names?

Bridget is primarily a girl name. Kelly is primarily a girl name.

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