Name:
Brigida
Gender:
Girl
Origin:
Irish, Portuguese
Meaning:
Brigida is a Portuguese variant of Bridget. Bridget originates in Irish language and means "powerful, strong". Bridget was the name of several saints, as well as a goddess in Celtic mythology. Until today, it is mainly popular in Ireland, in the United States its usage declines. The name was popularized by the character Bridget Jones, in the novel and subsequent film Bridget Jones's Diary, starring Renee Zellweger.
Pronunciation:
BREE-zhi-da
The Five Elements:
Water
Famous Brigida:
Brigida Baltar : artist
Brigida Banti : soprano