Brigit
Fact sheet
- Name
- Brigit
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
Brigit serves both as a short form of Brigitte and as a newer Irish variant of the name Brighid, which has its origin in a goddess of light of ancient Ireland. The meaning of the name encompasses 'the Exalted', 'the Divine', and 'the High'.
What does the name Brigit mean?
Brigit is used as a short form of Brigitte and is simultaneously a younger Irish variant of the name Brighid, which goes back to an Old Irish goddess of light. The name has the meanings 'the Exalted', 'the Divine', and 'the High'. Its roots lie in Old Irish and Celtic, derived from the Celtic term bríg or briganti, meaning 'high', 'powerful', 'exalted', and 'divine'. Saint Brigid of Kildare, who lived in the 5th and 6th centuries, is still honored as the national saint of Ireland. Her prominence led to the name becoming particularly widespread in England and Ireland. Irish and Scottish missionaries brought her cult to Germany as early as the early Middle Ages, which contributed to the spread of the name in western and southern Germany. Other variants include Brigid, Brigida, Brigide, Brigite, Brigitta, Brigitt, and Brigita.
Where does the name Brigit come from?
The origin of the name Brigit is Old Irish and Celtic, with the meaning 'the Divine' or 'the Exalted'. The Old Irish and Celtic origin includes the
How do you pronounce Brigit?
The pronunciation of Brigit is clear and two-syllable. The name is pronounced as 'Bri-git' [ˈbʁɪɡɪt] and ends with a distinct t, giving the name a striking note. The short i in both syllables creates a bright, compact sound. Brigit thus appears factual and determined - structured, strong, and with a clear contour.
When is the name day of Brigit?
The name days for Brigit are February 1, July 23, and October 8.
Popularity
In Germany, Brigit is one of the less common first names. In 2018, the name ranked 4,078th among the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 2012 at rank 3,656. In the last ten years, Brigit has been chosen as a first name less than 10 times, placing it at 9,317th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, Brigit ranks 9,043rd.
Nicknames & pet names
Biggi / Birg
Famous people
- Brigit Mendler (American actress and singer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Brigit
What is the origin of the name Brigit?
The name Brigit has its roots in Old Irish and Celtic. It is often considered a short form of Brigitte and means 'the Divine' or 'the Exalted'.
What does the name Brigit mean?
Brigit means 'high', 'powerful', 'exalted', and 'divine'. The name is associated with the Old Irish goddess of light Brighid.
How popular is the name Brigit?
The name Brigit enjoys particular popularity in Ireland and England. Irish and Scottish missionaries contributed to the spread of the name in Germany.