Bridget vs Marjorie

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

Popularity Comparison

Bridget Rank #704
Marjorie Rank #822

Bridget is more popular, ranked #704 vs #822 for Marjorie.

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

Marjorie ___

  • Marjorie Anne
  • Marjorie Louise
  • Marjorie Claire
  • Marjorie Jane
  • Marjorie Rose
  • Marjorie Ellen

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Bridget

Patrick Brendan Siobhan Fiona Declan

If you choose Marjorie

Theodore Dorothy Walter Agnes Harold

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bridget or Marjorie more popular?

Bridget is more popular, ranked #704 compared to Marjorie at #822 in the United States.

What do Bridget and Marjorie mean?

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

Are Bridget and Marjorie boy or girl names?

Bridget is primarily a girl name. Marjorie is primarily a girl name.

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