Bridge or high, exalted
As a topographic name, it is a Middle English and Scots variant of 'bridge'. It may also serve as a shortened form of the Irish name Brighid or the Scandinavian name Birger, both of which relate to strength and status.
Less common today
Brig isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #9,165 in 2009.
Former NFL safety for the Washington Redskins
American actress known for King of Kings
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).