Riggs
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Son of Ridge, near the ridge
Origin: English
Popularity: Ranked #776 in 2025 with 329 babies born.
History: From an English surname meaning dweller near the ridge. The character Martin Riggs from the 'Lethal Weapon' films gives it action-hero associations. It has gained popularity as a rugged, surname-style first name.
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Riggs? About 1 in 10,117 babies born in 2025 were named Riggs, or roughly 0.9 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Riggs
What does the name Riggs mean?
Riggs means “Son of Ridge, near the ridge” from English roots.
What is the origin of the name Riggs?
Riggs has English origin. The traditional meaning is “Son of Ridge, near the ridge”.
How popular is Riggs?
Riggs ranked #775 in 2025 — given to 329 babies that year.
When was Riggs most popular?
Riggs peaked in 2024 with 410 babies registered that year.
Is Riggs a boy or girl name?
Riggs is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Riggss in registered births are male.
Is the name Riggs rising or falling in popularity?
Riggs has risen 172 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #947 in 2020 to #775 in 2025.
How long has Riggs been recorded?
Riggs appears in birth records across 33 years — from 1992 through 2025.