Irish girl name
Brigid Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Brigid means exalted one, high one. Anglicised form of Irish Brighid, probably meaning exalted one
Brigid is the name of both a Celtic goddess and one of Ireland's patron saints, and the two have become closely entwined in tradition. The root is thought to mean exalted or high, though scholars debate details. Saint Brigid of Kildare, remembered for her generosity, has a feast day on 1 February, which coincides with the old festival of Imbolc. The name has many forms: Bridget in English, Bríd or Bridie as pet forms. In recent years the original spelling has been returning, offering parents a strong, historic name with real cultural weight.
Variants of Brigid
BridgetBrídBridieBrighidBreeda
In Irish myth
Brigid was a goddess of poetry, healing and smithcraft among the Tuatha Dé Danann, later blended in tradition with Saint Brigid of Kildare.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Brigid mean?
Brigid means "exalted one, high one". Anglicised form of Irish Brighid, probably meaning exalted one.
How do you pronounce Brigid?
Brigid is pronounced BRIJ-id.
What is the origin of Brigid?
Brigid is of Irish origin. Anglicised form of Irish Brighid, probably meaning exalted one.