Bridget
BRIJ-it
A classic name associated with strength and protection, rooted in the old Celtic name for a powerful figure of Irish tradition.
Meaning
The name Bridget is generally linked to Celtic and Old Irish forms such as Brighid, and the excerpts point to meanings like “strength” and “defence.” One excerpt also notes older scholarly explanations such as “fiery dart” or even “hostage,” but the dominant traditional sense is strength, and the name is also associated with the goddess of smiths in Irish tradition.
Origin
Old IrishCelticfeminine
Fun fact
In older name books, Bridget appears in several variant spellings, including Brighid, Brigida, Brigide, Brigitte, and Bride.