How Many People Are Named Bridgid?

Complete statistics for the name Bridgid: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Bridgid
Very Rare
Irish

Bridgid, a very rare female name, is held by just 421 people in the US, making up 1 in 783,490 Americans. The name peaked in popularity in 1981 with 16 births and has since remained stable, blending classic charm with modern appeal.

~421
Living in US
1 in 783,490
Americans
1981
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Irish goddess of fire
🌐
Origin
Irish
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Aquamarine
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 8
Personality Traits
Courageous Inspiring Innovative
8
Life Path Number

Traditionally, life-path number 8 represents power, authority, and success.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

2,889
Worldwide Bearers
#135,217
Global Rank
🇰🇪 Kenya
1,667
🇺🇸 United States
742
🇮🇪 Ireland
137
🇬🇧 England
101
🇿🇦 South Africa
75
🇨🇦 Canada
50
🇳🇬 Nigeria
47
🇦🇺 Australia
20
🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
8
🇬🇧 Scotland
5

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
421 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 47
60
Would be under 30 (13%)
301
Would be 30–60 (67%)
85
Would be over 60 (19%)

All 446 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1981

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
79
Classic Feel
40
Modern Appeal
60
International
91

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Bridgid Through the Generations

Bridgid has seen a steady presence throughout the decades, with its peak occurring in 1981 when 16 babies were given this name. Today, the majority of those named Bridgid are aged between 30 and 60, with 301 individuals falling into this category. Interestingly, the name's distribution across different age groups is fairly even, with 60 under 30 and 85 over 60, indicating a balanced demographic.

✨ Similar Names to Bridgid

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Bridgid's Irish roots

📄 About the Name Bridgid

How Many People Have the Name Bridgid?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 421 people in the United States currently share the name Bridgid. That works out to roughly 1 in every 783,490 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Bridgid a Common or Rare Name?

Bridgid is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Bridgid Mean?

Bridgid means "Irish goddess of fire" and comes from Irish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Bridgid in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Bridgid Most Popular?

The name Bridgid reached peak popularity in 1981, with 16 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Bridgid?

Approximately 421 people named Bridgid live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 446. That works out to roughly 1 in 783,490 Americans.

Is Bridgid a rare name?

Bridgid is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 783,490 Americans has this name.

What does the name Bridgid mean?

Bridgid means "Irish goddess of fire" and comes from Irish origins.

Is Bridgid more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Bridgid are male and 100% are female.

When was Bridgid most popular?

Bridgid peaked in 1981 with 16 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US421
All-Time Births446
1 in X1 in 783,490
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age47
Peak Year1981
World Rank#135,217
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.