Ziggy is an unusual yet intriguing given name of unknown origin and meaning. It was popularized by David Bowie, who used it as a stage persona and for his alter ego in the 1970s. Ziggy is also associated with the character Ziggy Stardust, created by Bowie for his concept album 'The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars'. The name has a distinct, eccentric sound that reflects its musical heritage.
The name Ziggy experienced a significant increase in popularity over time, with a notable spike starting from the year 2019.