Birgit
girl nameBirgit entered the US charts in 1934, peaked at #2369 in 1960, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1934–2025
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rank today
#2369
peak (1960)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #4286 |
| 1950s | #4505 |
| 1960s | #3044 |
| 1970s | #5436 |
| 1980s | #10392 |
| 1990s | #11738 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Birgit are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Birgit alive today was born around 1965, making them about 60 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Birgit in 2025?
- Birgit is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Birgit most popular?
- Birgit peaked in 1960, reaching #2369 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Birgit with classmates?
- Birgit will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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