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Higgins

♂ Boy

Pronounced HIG-inz /ˈhɪɡ.ɪnz/High

Meaning: An Anglicized form of the Irish surname O hUiginn, 'descendant of Uiginn' (a byname linked to 'viking, sea-rover' or 'skill, intellect'). Carried into occasional first-name use.Low

In 30 seconds: An Irish surname-name: Higgins means 'descendant of Uiginn' (said 'HIG-inz') — spirited and old-world as a first name.
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Origin MediumIrish
MeaningAn Anglicized form of the Irish surname O hUiginn, 'descendant of Uiginn' (a byname linked to 'viking, sea-rover' or 'skill, intellect'). Carried into occasional first-name use.
U.S. rank (2024)#11401
2024 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 6

History & Origin

Higgins comes from the Irish O hUiginn, 'descendant of Uiginn'. Well established as a surname, it steps forward only occasionally as a given name (said 'HIG-inz').

As a first name it stays rare in the U.S., reading as an Irish surname pick. Rare, Irish, and spirited.

Did you know? Higgins anglicizes the Irish O hUiginn — a family name tied to a byname that may mean 'sea-rover' or 'skill'. It reads as a lively surname pick when used up front (said 'HIG-inz').
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Higgins — Irish O hUiginn, 'descendant of Uiginn'; surname name

Variations

HigginHigginson

Nicknames

HiggGin

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Higgins mean?

Higgins is an Irish surname meaning 'descendant of Uiginn,' a byname linked to 'sea-rover' or 'skill'.

How do you pronounce Higgins?

It's said HIG-inz /ˈhɪɡ.ɪnz/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Higgins a boy or girl name?

Higgins is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Higgins?

Higgins is rare as a first name in the U.S., more familiar as a surname.

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