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Riggs vs Davis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

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Popularity Comparison

Riggs Rank #669
Davis Rank #646

Davis is more popular, ranked #646 vs #669 for Riggs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Riggs or Davis more popular?

Davis is more popular, ranked #646 compared to Riggs at #669 in the United States.

What do Riggs and Davis mean?

Riggs means "dweller by the ridge" (Old English hrycg origin). Davis means "son of David" (English/Welsh patronymic origin).

Are Riggs and Davis boy or girl names?

Riggs is primarily a boy name. Davis is primarily a boy name.

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