Rigdon is an English surname, variously 'from the ridge hill/valley' (from Old English hrycg, 'a ridge', + dun/denu, 'a hill/valley'). A crisp, classic name (said 'RIG-dun').

In the U.S. it appears as a surname-turned-given-name, notably in Latter-day Saint history (Sidney Rigdon). Rare, from-the-ridge-hill at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Rigdon is an English surname, variously 'from the ridge hill/valley' (hrycg + dun/denu) — a crisp, distinctive name (said 'RIG-dun').

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References — Rigdon — English surname

Variations

RigdenRigdan

Nicknames

Rig

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What does the name Rigdon mean?

Rigdon is an English surname, variously 'from the ridge hill/valley' (hrycg + dun/denu).

How do you pronounce Rigdon?

It's said RIG-dun /ˈrɪɡ.dən/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Rigdon a boy or girl name?

Rigdon is a boy's name.

How popular is Rigdon?

Rigdon is a very rare name in the U.S.