Riggs Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationRIGZ / /rɪɡz/English; Scottish
Meaning
English: ruler; Scottish: son of the ruler
Historical & Cultural Background
In English tradition, Riggs is derived from a surname meaning 'ruler' or 'king'. In Scottish culture, it is often interpreted as 'son of the ruler', reflecting a lineage or noble heritage.
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Famous people named Riggs
Riggs — professional tennis player.
Riggs — character in the TV series 'The Office'.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Riggs was first seen in the United States in 1992. Riggs has ranked as high as #958 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Texas, Utah, Arizona, Ohio, and Iowa. In the past 5 years the name Riggs has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Riggs (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 36 | |
| UT | 24 | |
| AZ | 20 | |
| TN | 20 | |
| AR | 18 | |
| OH | 17 | |
| MO | 15 | |
| KS | 14 | |
| CA | 14 | |
| FL | 12 | |
| MT | 12 | |
| WI | 11 | |
| IN | 11 | |
| NE | 10 | |
| LA | 10 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 19 |
| 2006 | 18 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 23 |
| 2009 | 22 |
| 2010 | 29 |
| 2011 | 32 |
| 2012 | 44 |
| 2013 | 49 |
| 2014 | 51 |
| 2015 | 66 |
| 2016 | 66 |
| 2017 | 121 |
| 2018 | 141 |
| 2019 | 157 |
| 2020 | 232 |
| 2021 | 311 |
| 2022 | 374 |
| 2023 | 359 |
| 2024 | 410 |