What does Ridge mean?

English: ridge; Old English: a long, narrow hilltop

Is Ridge a boy, girl, or unisex name?

Ridge is commonly used as a Boy name.

How popular is Ridge?

It’s currently ranked #465 in the U.S. Recent trend: Rising.

Ridge Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

Pronunciationrij / /rɪdʒ/

English; Old English

Meaning

English: a ridge or elevated land; Old English: a long, narrow hill

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Ridge is derived from the Old English word 'hrycg', meaning ridge or back. It is often associated with geographical features, reflecting a connection to nature. The name has gained popularity in modern times as a unique choice for girls, although it remains relatively uncommon. Ridge can also evoke a sense of strength and stability due to its association with elevated landforms.

Trend Summary

Ridge has seen a gradual increase in usage as a unique name for girls in recent years.

Variants

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International Variants

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Famous people named Ridge

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Fictional characters named Ridge

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Sibling Suggestions

Raven Rhea Riley Rory Reese Ravenna

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Ridge was first seen in the United States in 2022. Ridge has ranked as high as #1380 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Ridge has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Ridge

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

Year	Births
2022	13