Daegan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAY-gun / /ˈdeɪɡən/Irish; English
Meaning
Daegan (Irish) - 'little fire'; Daegan (English) - 'dark, black'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Irish culture, the name Daegan is derived from the word 'daigh,' meaning fire, symbolizing warmth and passion. The English interpretation connects to the Old English word for dark, reflecting a more somber aspect. Both origins highlight contrasting themes of light and dark.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Dagan
- Daegon
International Variants
- Dáithí (Irish)
- Dagan (Hebrew)
Famous people named Daegan
Daegan Smith — entrepreneur.
Daegan McPherson — athlete.
Fictional characters named Daegan
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Daegan was first seen in the United States in 1993. Daegan has ranked as high as #1327 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Illinois, and Oklahoma. In the past 5 years the name Daegan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Daegan (2013)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 28 |
| 1999 | 20 |
| 2000 | 29 |
| 2001 | 38 |
| 2002 | 22 |
| 2003 | 34 |
| 2004 | 30 |
| 2005 | 39 |
| 2006 | 52 |
| 2007 | 61 |
| 2008 | 48 |
| 2009 | 58 |
| 2010 | 42 |
| 2011 | 42 |
| 2012 | 31 |
| 2013 | 45 |
| 2014 | 23 |
| 2015 | 29 |
| 2016 | 34 |
| 2017 | 29 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 22 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2024 | 9 |