UK girl's name
Bridgette
A feminine name of French origin meaning "exalted bridge maiden".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Bridgette is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Bridgette popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5891, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2004, with 6 births.
This profile covers 38 England and Wales registrations across 10 recorded years from 1996 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 50% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 38 living people in the UK are called Bridgette. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Bridgette ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2004, when 6 girls were registered as Bridgette.
- • About 38 living people in the UK are estimated to have Bridgette as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5891
2024
Births in 2024
3
Latest year
Peak year
2004
6 births
Estimated living
38
2026
Meaning
What does Bridgette mean?
The name Bridgette is a feminine form of the masculine name Bridget, which has its origins in the Irish Gaelic language. The name Bridget is derived from the ancient Celtic word "Brighid," which means "the exalted one" or "the sublime one." It was the name of a revered Celtic goddess associated with fire, poetry, and healing.
The name Bridget gained significant popularity in the early days of Christianity in Ireland. St. Bridget, also known as St. Brigid, was a influential figure in the 5th century AD. She is one of Ireland's patron saints and is celebrated for her piety, miracles, and her role in establishing several monasteries. The name became closely associated with her, and many Irish girls were named after her.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Bridgette can be found in the 12th century. Bridgette of Sweden (1303-1373) was a renowned mystic and founder of the Bridgettine Order of nuns. She is revered as a saint in the Catholic Church and is known for her visions and revelations, as well as her ardent devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Throughout history, several notable women have borne the name Bridgette. Bridgette Radebe (1954-2021) was a South African activist and politician who played a significant role in the anti-apartheid movement. Bridgette Wilson (born 1973) is an American actress known for her roles in films like "The Wedding Planner" and "Shopgirl."
Bridgette Andersen (born 1975) is a former American professional swimmer and Olympic medalist. Bridgette Bryant (born 1979) is an American basketball player who played in the WNBA for several teams. Bridgette Duplantis (born 1964) is a former professional tennis player from France who achieved notable success in both singles and doubles competitions.
While the name Bridgette has seen varying levels of popularity over the centuries, it has remained a beloved choice for many parents, particularly in Ireland and other parts of the world with strong Celtic cultural influences. The name carries a rich historical significance and a connection to the revered St. Bridget, making it a cherished moniker with deep roots in Irish and Celtic heritage.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Bridgette over time
The chart below shows babies named Bridgette registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Bridgette, the clearest high point is 2004. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Bridgette by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Bridgette was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5891 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010s | #5120 | 23 | 6 |
| 2000s | #4174 | 9 | 2 |
| 1990s | #3795 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Bridgette
- Bethany 43,226
- Brooke 18,370
- Bella 14,112
- Bonnie 12,149
- Beatrice 11,306
- Bethan 7,968
- Beth 6,440
- Betsy 5,065
- Beatrix 4,317
- Billie 4,220
- Beau 3,231
- Bryony 3,167
FAQ
Bridgette: questions and answers
How popular is the name Bridgette in the UK right now?
In 2024, Bridgette was ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Bridgette most popular?
The peak year on record was 2004, with 6 babies registered as Bridgette in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Bridgette?
A feminine name of French origin meaning "exalted bridge maiden".
How many people are called Bridgette in the UK?
A total of 38 babies have been registered as Bridgette across the 10 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.