Briggs Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Briggs Name at a Glance

Name	Briggs
Meaning	Diminutive of Brigham: From the village near a bridge.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Briggs Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Briggs means “Diminutive of Brigham: From the village near a bridge”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Briggs Name Origin

Our database records Briggs under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Briggs a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Briggs is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Briggs

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