Ridge farm or settlement from the ridge
Derived from Old Norse elements, this name originally served as a habitational surname for families living near a prominent ridge. It combines 'hryggr' (ridge) and 'byr' (farm or settlement). While historically a surname, it has transitioned into a rare, quirky given name.
Less common today
Rigby isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,489 in 2015.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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