Holding steady.
Popularity of Brigido since 1915
Babies named Brigido per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1942, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Brigido's real moment was 1916.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 28 |
| 1920s | 34 |
| 1930s | 30 |
| 1940s | 29 |
| 1950s | 51 |
| 1960s | 18 |
| 1970s | 21 |
| 1980s | 36 |
| 1990s | 51 |
| 2000s | 19 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Brigido is an extremely rare given name in the United States. It first appeared on the Social Security Administration's records in 1915, and its peak usage occurred the following year, 1916, after which it declined sharply. The name has not returned to the top 1000 and is used only sporadically. Its trajectory is stable but minuscule, with no significant revival. The name is almost exclusively male and has no strong association with any particular state or region. Its unusual sound and uncertain etymology make it a distinctive but obscure choice. Parents considering Brigido may appreciate its rarity and Spanish flair, but they should expect frequent questions about its pronunciation and origin.
The name Brigido is of uncertain origin. It is possibly a variant of the Latin name Brigidus, derived from the Celtic element *brig- meaning "strength, power." Alternatively, it may be a Spanish form of the Gaelic name Brighid. The name has been used in Spanish-speaking countries, though it has never been common. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1915 and peaked in usage in 1916.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Brig, Bri
Sibling names for Brigido
Names that share Brigido's style, for a brother or sister.
