How Many People Are Named Brigit?
Complete statistics for the name Brigit: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Brigit is a very rare female name, with only 1,189 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 277,489 Americans. The name peaked in popularity back in 1976 with 46 births, but it's still seen as a timeless choice.
📖 Meaning & Origin
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🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 39All 1,238 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: 1976Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Brigit Through the Generations
Brigit has been a name that's gracefully aged through the decades, maintaining its charm without becoming overly common. With 423 under 30, 673 aged 30-60, and 142 over 60, it shows a fairly even distribution across different age groups, indicating its enduring appeal. its declining trend, Brigit remains a name between classic and modern, cherished by those who appreciate its unique history and character.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Brigit's Irish roots
📄 About the Name Brigit
How Many People Have the Name Brigit?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,189 people in the United States currently share the name Brigit. That works out to roughly 1 in every 277,489 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Brigit a Common or Rare Name?
Brigit 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.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Brigit in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Brigit Most Popular?
The name Brigit reached peak popularity in 1976, with 46 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
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 Brigit?
Approximately 1,189 people named Brigit live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,238. That works out to roughly 1 in 277,489 Americans.
Is Brigit a rare name?
Brigit is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 277,489 Americans has this name.
What does the name Brigit mean?
The meaning and origin of Brigit are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Brigit more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Brigit are male and 100% are female.
When was Brigit most popular?
Brigit peaked in 1976 with 46 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
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.