Briggett is an unusual and distinctive given name of English origin, deriving from the Old English word 'beag', meaning 'small brooch'. The name gained popularity during the Middle Ages as a diminutive form of names containing the element 'beag', such as Beatrix and Beatrice. Briggett is often associated with these names due to their shared root but stands out as a unique option in its own right.
The name Briggett peaked in popularity during the early 1970s, with a notable high of 11 births in 1970. However, it appears to have been less commonly used in more recent years, with only 5 births recorded in 1990. Overall, there were 67 babies named Briggett between 1961 and 1990.