Bridgie

Anglicized variation of Gaelic Brighid

"strength or exalted one"

Bridgie Origin and Meaning

The name Bridgie is a girl's name.

Bridgie is a diminutive feminine name derived from Bridget (or Brigid), which has deep Irish roots. The original name comes from the Celtic goddess Brigid and later Saint Brigid of Kildare, associated with poetry, healing, and smithcraft. The name means 'exalted one' or 'high one' in Celtic origins. The addition of the diminutive '-ie' suffix transforms the formal Bridget into an affectionate, familiar form. Bridgie was more commonly used in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in Irish-American communities, often as a nickname rather than a formal given name. While maintaining the cultural heritage of Bridget, Bridgie adds a playful, nostalgic quality that reflects the tradition of Irish pet names and terms of endearment.