Rogan Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationROH-gun / /ˈroʊɡən/Irish; Welsh
Meaning
Irish: 'descendant of Rogan'; Welsh: 'little redhead'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Rogan has Irish roots, often associated with the Gaelic surname O'Rogain. In Welsh culture, it is linked to the word for 'red', reflecting physical characteristics. The name has gained popularity in various English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States.
Trend Summary
Rogan has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Rogan
- Roghan
International Variants
- Rogán (Hungarian)
- Rogério (Portuguese)
Famous people named Rogan
Rogan O'Handley is a social media personality known for his political commentary.
Rogan Smith is a professional athlete recognized for his achievements in track and field.
Rogan McGowan is a notable figure in the field of environmental science.
Fictional characters named Rogan
Rogan is a character in the video game series 'The Legend of Zelda', known for his role as a merchant.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rogan was first seen in the United States in 1970. Rogan has ranked as high as #1201 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Ohio, Michigan, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Rogan has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rogan (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 | |
| MI | 6 | |
| OH | 5 | |
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1993 | 18 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 19 |
| 2003 | 27 |
| 2004 | 42 |
| 2005 | 49 |
| 2006 | 68 |
| 2007 | 61 |
| 2008 | 94 |
| 2009 | 110 |
| 2010 | 88 |
| 2011 | 92 |
| 2012 | 100 |
| 2013 | 92 |
| 2014 | 93 |
| 2015 | 88 |
| 2016 | 97 |
| 2017 | 111 |
| 2018 | 122 |
| 2019 | 117 |
| 2020 | 155 |
| 2021 | 153 |
| 2022 | 126 |
| 2023 | 80 |
| 2024 | 67 |