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Ridge
/ RIJ /
unisexMeaning
Mountain ridge; back of the hills
Origin
English
Ridge is a topographical English surname for someone who lived near a ridge of land. It is a direct nature name that fits the current trend for sharp, one-syllable outdoorsy names. It suggests strength and a connection to the high, rugged places of the world.
Personality Distribution
MBTI Profile
Approximate distribution among people named Ridge.
Cultural Context
Cultural Notes
Ridge is seen as 'rugged' and 'steadfast'. It has a masculine history but is increasingly used as a bold, nature-inspired middle or first name for girls. It is favored by parents who like names that feel physically grounded and immovable.
Notable People
Famous Bearers
Ridge Forrester
Long-running character on the soap opera The Bold and the Beautiful
Ridge Canipe
American actor known for Walk the Line (b. 1994)
Ridge Perot
American philanthropist and entrepreneur (b. 1955)