Saul vs Riggs

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Saul

Boy #560 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"asked for, prayed for"

Origin: Hebrew Sha'ul (שָׁאוּל)

Cultural Roots

Jewish English Spanish Christian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#560
Total SSA Count
529
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Saul Rank #560
Riggs Rank #669

Saul is more popular, ranked #560 vs #669 for Riggs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Saul or Riggs more popular?

Saul is more popular, ranked #560 compared to Riggs at #669 in the United States.

What do Saul and Riggs mean?

Saul means "asked for, prayed for" (Hebrew Sha'ul (שָׁאוּל) origin). Riggs means "dweller by the ridge" (Old English hrycg origin).

Are Saul and Riggs boy or girl names?

Saul is primarily a boy name. Riggs is primarily a boy name.

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