Bridget vs Maci

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

Maci

Girl #790 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"weapon, mace"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#790
Total SSA Count
356
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Mac

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Bridget Rank #704
Maci Rank #790

Bridget is more popular, ranked #704 vs #790 for Maci.

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

Maci ___

  • Maci Grace
  • Maci Lynn
  • Maci Rose
  • Maci Marie
  • Maci Dawn
  • Maci Skye

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Bridget

Patrick Brendan Siobhan Fiona Declan

If you choose Maci

Kylie Brynn Hayden Tyler Logan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bridget or Maci more popular?

Bridget is more popular, ranked #704 compared to Maci at #790 in the United States.

What do Bridget and Maci mean?

Bridget means "strength, power, virtue" (Old Irish origin). Maci means "weapon, mace" (Old French origin).

Are Bridget and Maci boy or girl names?

Bridget is primarily a girl name. Maci is primarily a girl name.

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