Bridget vs Mae

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

Bridget Rank #704
Mae Rank #530

Mae is more popular, ranked #530 vs #704 for Bridget.

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

Mae ___

  • Mae Elizabeth
  • Mae Louise
  • Mae Catherine
  • Mae Caroline
  • Mae Alexandra
  • Mae Josephine

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Bridget

Patrick Brendan Siobhan Fiona Declan

If you choose Mae

Rose Pearl June Beatrice Iris

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bridget or Mae more popular?

Mae is more popular, ranked #530 compared to Bridget at #704 in the United States.

What do Bridget and Mae mean?

Bridget means "strength, power, virtue" (Old Irish origin). Mae means "pearl" (Greek via Latin origin).

Are Bridget and Mae boy or girl names?

Bridget is primarily a girl name. Mae is primarily a girl name.

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