US Popularity Rank: 4212

Origin: Celtic

Meaning: The exalted one

With Celtic origins, Bridgette is a girl’s name meaning “ the exalted one.” Bridgette is a respelling of Bridget, the Anglicized form of the Irish name Brighid. All of these titles derive from the old Celtic name Brigantī, which translates to “the exalted one.” After hitting a popularity peak during the 1970s in the United States, Bridgette seems to have made way for other additions to the name charts. There might even be an elder member of your family called Bridgette for baby to look up to! If you’re seeking a timeless name with Irish roots, Bridgette is a great choice.