Is Ziggy a boy's or girl's name?

Ziggy is primarily a boy's name. It is also used as a girl's name, with 257 recorded births.

When was Ziggy most popular?

Ziggy reached its peak popularity in 2022 with 168 births that year. It is currently ranked #1358 in the U.S.

How popular is the name Ziggy?

Ziggy is currently ranked #1358 in the U.S. (2024). It has been given to 1,378 babies since 1988.

Ziggy

An uncommon German pick — distinctive and rare.

Boy's name| Also girlsGermanRising Also a pet name

#1358▲ 44in 2024

Meaning & Origin

A nickname mainly for men, but occasionally also for women.

Ziggy is a boy's and girl's baby name of German origin, a playful diminutive of Siegfried or Sigmund, names derived from the Germanic elements meaning 'victory' and 'peace' or 'protection.' Ziggy burst into cultural consciousness via David Bowie's alter ego Ziggy Stardust in 1972.

Part rock-and-roll, part Marley (Bob Marley's son is named Ziggy), this name carries undeniable cool without taking itself too seriously. It's for parents who want something joyful, distinctive, and just a little bit rock star.

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Popularity Over Time

Ziggy climbed 8585 spots in the last 20 years — from #9943 to #1358.

Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Ziggy
Decade	Births	Avg Rank	Trend
2020s	709	#1332	▲
2010s	509	#2767	▲
2000s	150	#7639	▲
1990s	5	#10328	—
1980s	5	#8489	—

Year-by-Year Data

View complete yearly data(27 years, 1988–2024)

Year-by-year popularity data for the name Ziggy
Year	Births	Rank	Change
2024	140	#1358	+8 (6.1%)
2023	132	#1402	-36 (-21.4%)
2022	168	#1196	+28 (20.0%)
2021	140	#1333	+11 (8.5%)
2020	129	#1372	+21 (19.4%)
2019	108	#1562	+29 (36.7%)
2018	79	#1898	+22 (38.6%)
2017	57	#2317	+11 (23.9%)
2016	46	#2687	+2 (4.5%)
2015	44	#2763	0
2014	44	#2753	+10 (29.4%)
2013	34	#3264	+7 (25.9%)
2012	27	#3893	-12 (-30.8%)
2011	39	#2999	+8 (25.8%)
2010	31	#3529	-8 (-20.5%)
2009	39	#3041	+14 (56.0%)
2008	25	#4143	+4 (19.0%)
2007	21	#4637	+1 (5.0%)
2006	20	#4674	+14 (233.3%)
2005	6	#11461	-1 (-14.3%)

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.

Ziggy as a Girl's Name

Though more common for boys, Ziggy has a notable history as a girl's name too, with 257 births since 2014.

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Current rank

257

Total births

2022

Peak year

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Frequently Asked

Can Ziggy be used for both boys and girls?

Yes, Ziggy is used for both boys and girls. As a boy's name, it currently ranks #1358. As a girl's name, it ranks #4649.

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Ziggy, the baby name

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Last updated May 2026 · Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (1988–2024) · Methodology