Brighid
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BRYEED(Irish)
Brighid Name meanings & History
Brighid is derived from the name of an ancient Celtic goddess of poetry, wisdom, and crafting. The name itself means "exalted one.". Newer Irish form of Brigit (see Bridget). Since the 1948 spelling reform, this name is spelled Bríd. Brighid is a traditional Irish name that is primarily used in Ireland and among the Irish diaspora. It is often chosen by parents who want to honor their Irish heritage, or who have a connection to Saint Brigid.
Zodiac Sign of Brighid: Beauty Taurus,Brains Libra
Synonyms of Brighid:
B: Bashful,Beauty,Brains,Bountiful
R: Reason,Restless,Resourceful,Rational
I: Intimate,Involved,Indulgence
G: Goof-off,Go-getter,Genuine,Gregarious
H: Heart's Desire,Haggle,Hobnobbing,Hope,Hyper
D: Determined,Domestic,Doting,Daddy,Dutiful,Demanding
Brighid is:- a Classic name
- a Formal name
- a Mature name
- a Natural name
- a Serious name
- a Strange name
- a Strong name
- a Wholesome name
2.) BRIGHID (Female)
Usage: Scottish
Meanings: Of disputed etymology, Brighid was the name borne by an ancient Celtic goddess of wisdom, skill, song, and poetry. Some believe the name to be derived from the Celtic element Brigh (strength). Others link the name to breosaighead (fire arrow) and to an ancient tribe called the Brigantes, who lived in northern England. The name was Anglicized as Bridget. Var: Bride, Bridget, Brigit. (BRIJ-ID)
3.) BRiGHID (Female)
Usage: Irish
Meanings: Ancient name believed to be derived from the Gaelic brigh (strength). The name is borne in Irish mythology by the daughter of the firegod, the goddess of wisdom, poetry, and song. It was also borne by St. Brighid of Kildare (d. 510), a patron saint of Ireland. Out of reverence for the saint, the name was not in common use until the 17th century. Breeda, Bride, Bridget, and Brigid are Anglicized forms of Brighid. Var: Brid. Pet: Bridin. (BRIDE)
