Briggs is a boy’s name that comes from Britain. It is believed that the name Briggs originates from the Middle English word brigge and the Scottish word brigg, which means “bridges.” When referring to girls who are named Bridget in the United States and Canada, the name Briggs is sometimes used as a short form. However, this is generally considered a boy’s name, and it is adding to the growing trend of American boys’ names that finish in s. Other similar names that are considered gender-neutral are Hayes and Brooks.
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Parents Who Like the Name Briggs Also Like:
- Hudson
- Blake
- Maverick
- Wyatt
- Crew
- Sutton
- Rhett
- Sloane
- Brooks
- Declan
- Nash
- Beau
- Reese
- Hayes
- Quinn
- Everett
- Wilder
- Miles
- Finn
- Wren
- Beckett
- Knox
- Asher
- River
- Ryder
- Sawyer
- Harper
- Parker
- Rowan
- Bennett
Sibling Name Ideas
Are you trying to find a sibling name for Briggs? Great choices include the following:
- Colis
- Beyron
- Sommers
- Brandi
- Ricco
- Warley
- Ogden
- Jaxen
- Knox
