Ridge
Ridge: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Ridge
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
From ridge. Originating from Middle English.
How popular is Ridge?
Since 1880, 18 girls and 7,893 boys in the U.S. have been named Ridge (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #8431 in 2022. Its highest rank for boys was #505 in 2023. In 2025 it ranked #530 for boys, with 571 babies given the name.
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Ridge FAQ
What does the name Ridge mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname. From ridge. Originating from Middle English.
What is the origin of the name Ridge?
Ridge is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Ridge?
Since 1880, 18 girls and 7,893 boys in the U.S. have been named Ridge (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #8431 in 2022. Its highest rank for boys was #505 in 2023. In 2025 it ranked #530 for boys, with 571 babies given the name.
Is Ridge a boy or girl name?
Ridge is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 18 girls and 7,893 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.