Allan vs Riggs

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Allan

Boy #854 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rock, harmony"

Origin: Celtic/Brythonic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#854
Total SSA Count
283
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Riggs

Boy #669 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"dweller by the ridge"

Origin: Old English hrycg

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#669
Total SSA Count
410
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Allan Rank #854
Riggs Rank #669

Riggs is more popular, ranked #669 vs #854 for Allan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Allan or Riggs more popular?

Riggs is more popular, ranked #669 compared to Allan at #854 in the United States.

What do Allan and Riggs mean?

Allan means "rock, harmony" (Celtic/Brythonic origin). Riggs means "dweller by the ridge" (Old English hrycg origin).

Are Allan and Riggs boy or girl names?

Allan is primarily a boy name. Riggs is primarily a boy name.

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