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Riggs vs Drew

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Drew

Boy #543 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"manly, strong, courageous"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#543
Total SSA Count
550
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Riggs Rank #669
Drew Rank #543

Drew is more popular, ranked #543 vs #669 for Riggs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Riggs or Drew more popular?

Drew is more popular, ranked #543 compared to Riggs at #669 in the United States.

What do Riggs and Drew mean?

Riggs means "dweller by the ridge" (Old English hrycg origin). Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin).

Are Riggs and Drew boy or girl names?

Riggs is primarily a boy name. Drew is primarily a boy name.

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