The name reached a peak in 1965.
Popularity of the variations on the name Brigid have been falling since the 1960s.
The Central Statistics Office has been looking at data on baby names and says it reached a peak in 1965, with more than 290 children given the name.
That compares to just three in 2021.
This weekend will have the first public holiday named after a woman.
Dog Has New Best Friend After Offaly Rescue
Bru fell down an abandoned well in Birr.
Edenderry Festival Lineup Revealed
The Tumbling Paddies are set to feature in this year's edition on July 3rd and 4th.
Niall Horan Speaks Out On 'Hiding' Following Liam Payne's Death
He had met with his former bandmate shortly before he passed away in October 2024.
Laois Footballer Tackles First Dates Ireland
23-year-old nursing student at TUS Athlone Michael O'Connell is the latest midlands feature on the show.
12 One Act Plays To Be Staged By Laois Arts Collective
Page to Stage returns tomorrow showcasing 12 one act shows under the Mountmellick Arts Collective.
Niall Horan Announces New Album
The 12-track album marks his latest project since his time with One Direction.
History Of Westmeath Lake explored in new Documentary Series
The films will be screened tomorrow.
Laois Doctor Shares Best Longevity Tips
CEO of Portarlington's Edufit Dr. Diane Cooper is offering her best tips.
Midlands Preps For Colourful St Patrick's Day Events
There's fun filled events taking place across Laois, Offaly and Westmeath.
Midlands Star Wins Glitterball After Stunning Performances
Katelyn Cummins is this year's Dancing with the Stars champion.
Laois Company Wishes Rose Of Tralee Luck For DWTS Final
Portlaoise's Alpha Drives Limited is backing Katelyn Cummins to lift the glitterball on Sunday.
Laois Man Looking For Love On First Dates Ireland Tonight
Both Cavan Dunne and Caoimhe Moore from Laois feature on tonight's episode.
Laois Folk Singer To Perform In Times Square For St Patrick’s Day
Emer Dunne will be the delegate for Laois County Council.
Tolü Makay And Katelyn Cummins Into Dancing With the Stars Final
The midlands stars will be performing for victory this Sunday.
Over €65K Funding For Midlands Agricultural Shows
The shows are taking place in summer this year.
Bressie Opens Up About Pregnancy Loss In New Book
Mullingar's Niall Breslin is sharing experience from a male perspective, in his new book The Place That Has Never Been Wounded.
Maura Higgins Gifted Birkin By Traitors Co-Star
She made it to the final of the US TV show.
Harry Styles Opens Up On Bandmates Death
They were bandmates with Westmeath's Niall Horan.
Nicola Coughlan Speaks Out On Body Positivity
The Bridgerton star has family roots in Geashill.
DWTS Judge Praises Midlands Contestants Ahead Of Semis
Arthur Gourounlian is praising both Laois Rose Katelyn Cummins and Tullamore's Tolu Makay after she ended up in the dance off.
