Meagan Girl

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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MAY-gun //ˈmeɪɡən//

Origin: Irish; English

Meaning: Irish: pearl; English: a variant of Megan

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Meagan is of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic name "Maolmhuire," which translates to "servant of Mary." This name is a compound of the elements "maolm" meaning "servant" or "disciple" and "Mhuire," which is a form of the name Mary. The name underwent various transformations as it was adapted into different languages and cultures.

In the 12th century, it appeared in Latin as "Malius" and later evolved into the anglicized form "Meagan" in the English-speaking world, particularly in the 20th century. Historically, the name has been associated with several notable figures, including saints and scholars.

One significant figure is Saint Maolmhuire, a 6th-century Irish saint who contributed to the spread of Christianity in Ireland. The name has also been linked to various medieval texts and genealogies, where it appears in records of noble families in Ireland.

The name's association with the Virgin Mary has further solidified its presence in Christian contexts, particularly during the Middle Ages when names reflecting devotion to saints were common. Culturally, Meagan and its variants have been embraced in various forms across different regions, often symbolizing loyalty and devotion.

The name has been used in literature and folklore, contributing to its resonance in Irish culture. Variants such as "Meaghan" and "Megan" have also emerged, reflecting regional pronunciations and spellings.

The enduring nature of the name can be attributed to its strong historical roots and the cultural significance of its components, particularly the reverence for Mary in Christian tradition.

Famous people named Meagan

In this section, you will find notable people named Meagan. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Meagan who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Meagan who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Meagan Good is an actress best known for Think Like a Man, Deception, and Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues.

Meagan Tandy is an actress and model best known for Teen Wolf, The Vampire Diaries, and Uncharted.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Meagan, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

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Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Meagan. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Meagan was first seen in the United States in 1954.

Meagan has ranked as high as #253 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in Texas, California, New York, Florida, and Illinois.

In the past 5 years the name Meagan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Meagan is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Meagan was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Meagan.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2024 11 0 11
2023 12 0 12
2022 12 0 12
2021 17 0 17
2020 18 0 18
2019 23 0 23
2018 40 0 40
2017 47 0 47
2016 57 0 57
2015 71 0 71
2014 89 0 89
2013 106 0 106
2012 119 0 119
2011 145 0 145
2010 153 0 153
2009 187 0 187
2008 253 0 253
2007 335 0 335
2006 371 0 371
2005 420 0 420
2004 473 0 473
2003 589 0 589
2002 638 0 638
2001 712 0 712
2000 858 0 858
1999 1,050 0 1,050
1998 1,179 0 1,179
1997 1,286 0 1,286
1996 1,503 0 1,503
1995 1,462 0 1,462
1994 1,794 6 1,788
1993 1,926 0 1,926
1992 1,963 5 1,958
1991 2,424 0 2,424
1990 2,537 6 2,531
1989 2,473 9 2,464
1988 2,066 10 2,056
1987 2,015 12 2,003
1986 2,244 0 2,244
1985 2,216 12 2,204
1984 1,689 12 1,677
1983 1,190 0 1,190
1982 837 0 837
1981 841 0 841
1980 732 0 732
1979 476 0 476
1978 386 0 386
1977 380 0 380
1976 283 0 283
1975 230 0 230
1974 164 0 164
1973 90 0 90
1972 69 0 69
1971 64 0 64
1970 64 0 64
1969 53 0 53
1968 39 0 39
1967 27 0 27
1966 20 0 20
1965 20 0 20
1964 16 0 16
1963 7 0 7
1962 11 0 11
1961 6 0 6
1960 9 0 9
1959 5 0 5
1958 6 0 6
1956 5 0 5
1954 6 0 6

Top States for Meagan (2021)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
TX 5
100%