Brigitte: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
An exalted one, she rises above with strength and poise.
- Origin
- French
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #2996
- Peak
- #550 in 1960
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Brigitte Means
Brigitte is a girl name of French origin. An exalted one, she rises above with strength and poise.
How Popular Brigitte Is
Brigitte currently ranks #2996 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #550 in 1960. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Brigitte
- At its most popular, Brigitte reached #550 in the U.S. in 1960.
- Brigitte is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Brigitte is a name with French elegance and history.
Names Like Brigitte
Other French names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Brigitte
French names that pair well as a brother or sister to Brigitte.
Questions About Brigitte
What does Brigitte mean?
Brigitte is a girl name of French origin. An exalted one, she rises above with strength and poise.
How popular is Brigitte?
Brigitte currently ranks #2996 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #550 in 1960. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Brigitte come from?
Brigitte comes from French roots. At its most popular, Brigitte reached #550 in the U.S. in 1960.
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