Flynn vs Riggs

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Flynn

Boy #738 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"son of the red-haired one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish English Australian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#738
Total SSA Count
351
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Flynn Rank #738
Riggs Rank #669

Riggs is more popular, ranked #669 vs #738 for Flynn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Flynn or Riggs more popular?

Riggs is more popular, ranked #669 compared to Flynn at #738 in the United States.

What do Flynn and Riggs mean?

Flynn means "son of the red-haired one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Riggs means "dweller by the ridge" (Old English hrycg origin).

Are Flynn and Riggs boy or girl names?

Flynn is primarily a boy name. Riggs is primarily a boy name.

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