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At a Glance
- Meaning
- A long, raised strip of land or hilltop
- Origin
- English (topographic surname)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- RIJ
Ridge is pronounced RIJ, and it traces back to an English surname for someone who lived near a long, raised strip of land or a hilltop. It has a short, sturdy, no-frills sound that feels both classic and current for a boy's name.
Meaning & Origin of Ridge
Meaning: A long, raised strip of land or hilltop.
Origin: English (topographic surname).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Ridge
RIJIPA /ˈrɪdʒ/
Popularity of Ridge
Ridge ranked #528 on the Social Security Administration's 2024 list with 563 boys given the name, just off its peak of #505 in 2023, when 599 boys received it.
Names Like Ridge
These names share Ridge’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Ridge mean?
A long, raised strip of land or hilltop. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Ridge?
Ridge is pronounced RIJ (IPA: /ˈrɪdʒ/).
Is Ridge a popular name right now?
Ridge is near its all-time peak (#505 in 2023), ranked #528 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1948–2024.)
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