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At a Glance: Name: Brigid – Meaning: high, exalted one – Origin: Irish (Gaelic, from Proto-Celtic) – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: BRIJ-id
Brigid is an Irish name with Gaelic roots, traced back to Proto-Celtic *Brigantī, meaning "high, exalted one." You'll sometimes see it glossed as "fiery arrow," but that romantic version isn't supported by the etymology, and the name has nothing to do with fire or arrows. It's a classic, worldly name pronounced BRIJ-id, and it reads as timeless without feeling stuffy.
Meaning & Origin of Brigid
Meaning: High, exalted one.
Origin: Irish (Gaelic, from Proto-Celtic).
A common claim: Brigid is often romantically glossed as meaning 'fiery arrow.' Actually: This colorful gloss isn't supported by the etymology – Brigid traces to Proto-Celtic *Brigantī, 'high, exalted one,' not any word for fire or arrows.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Brigid
Phonetic: BRIJ-id IPA: /ˈbrɪdʒɪd/
Popularity of Brigid
Brigid peaked at #944 in 1965, when 117 babies were given the name. In 2024 it ranked #2662 with 65 babies, so it's a rare pick today, and your child is unlikely to share it with a classmate.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1917–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Brigid mean?
High, exalted one. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Brigid)
How do you pronounce Brigid?
Brigid is pronounced BRIJ-id (IPA: /ˈbrɪdʒɪd/).
Is Brigid a popular name right now?
Brigid peaked at #944 in 1965 and is ranked #2662 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1917–2024.)
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