Dennis vs Riggs

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dennis

Boy #708 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"follower of Dionysus"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #669 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"dweller by the ridge"

Origin: Old English hrycg

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Dennis Rank #708

Riggs Rank #669

Riggs is more popular, ranked #669 vs #708 for Dennis.

Is Dennis or Riggs more popular?

Riggs is more popular, ranked #669 compared to Dennis at #708 in the United States.

What do Dennis and Riggs mean?

Dennis means "follower of Dionysus" (Greek origin). Riggs means "dweller by the ridge" (Old English hrycg origin).

Are Dennis and Riggs boy or girl names?

Dennis is primarily a boy name. Riggs is primarily a boy name.