US Popularity Rank: 11094

Origin: Irish

Meaning: Exalted one

If you couldn't help but rejoice when baby arrived, consider the name Briget. With Irish origins, this charming feminine name means “exalted one.” Derived from Bridget, this ever-popular Irish name owes some of its adoration to Saint Brigid of Kildare. Not only is this name associated with Saint Brigid, but also with the Irish goddess Brigid, who was the goddess of fire, poetry, healing, and agriculture. Choosing the name Briget for baby is a way to connect them with their heritage and bring this timeless moniker into the present.