Keegan Unisex
Origin(s)
Irish; Gaelic
Meaning
Irish: 'descendant of Aodhagán'; Gaelic: 'little fire'
Historical & Cultural Background
Keegan is derived from the Irish surname Mac Aodhagáin, which means 'son of Aodhagán'. Aodhagán itself is a diminutive of Aodh, an ancient Irish name meaning 'fire'. The name has gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States, since the late 20th century. It reflects a blend of traditional Irish heritage and modern naming trends.
Trend Summary
Keegan has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States since the 1990s.
Similar Names
Kieran, Cian, Eamon, Finn, Lachlan, Tadhg, Darragh, Cillian
Variants
- Keagan
- Kegan
International Variants
- Caoimhín (Irish)
- Kégan (French)
Famous people named Keegan
Keegan Allen is an American actor known for his role in the television series 'Pretty Little Liars'.
Keegan Bradley is a professional golfer who won the 2011 PGA Championship.
Keegan Akin is a professional baseball player known for his time with the Baltimore Orioles.
Fictional characters named Keegan
Keegan is a character in the video game series 'Call of Duty', known for his role in the storyline.
Keegan is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', where he appears as a classmate.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Keegan was first seen in the United States in 1965. Keegan has ranked as high as #408 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Indiana, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Keegan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Keegan (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
OH | 27 | |
PA | 27 | |
IL | 26 | |
IN | 25 | |
NY | 21 | |
FL | 20 | |
MI | 20 | |
CA | 19 | |
MA | 18 | |
TX | 17 | |
VA | 17 | |
KY | 15 | |
MN | 15 | |
WA | 14 | |
SC | 14 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1965 | 7 |
1969 | 7 |
1970 | 14 |
1971 | 8 |
1972 | 7 |
1973 | 8 |
1974 | 24 |
1975 | 25 |
1976 | 45 |
1977 | 48 |
1978 | 67 |
1979 | 82 |
1980 | 110 |
1981 | 106 |
1982 | 121 |
1983 | 126 |
1984 | 157 |
1985 | 205 |
1986 | 165 |
1987 | 188 |
1988 | 214 |
1989 | 329 |
1990 | 385 |
1991 | 442 |
1992 | 485 |
1993 | 516 |
1994 | 606 |
1995 | 669 |
1996 | 799 |
1997 | 804 |
1998 | 928 |
1999 | 957 |
2000 | 1,080 |
2001 | 1,158 |
2002 | 1,284 |
2003 | 1,271 |
2004 | 1,293 |
2005 | 1,390 |
2006 | 1,594 |
2007 | 1,707 |
2008 | 1,683 |
2009 | 1,597 |
2010 | 1,430 |
2011 | 1,370 |
2012 | 1,472 |
2013 | 1,458 |
2014 | 1,560 |
2015 | 1,346 |
2016 | 1,294 |
2017 | 1,124 |
2018 | 940 |
2019 | 723 |
2020 | 592 |
2021 | 596 |
2022 | 523 |
2023 | 442 |
2024 | 482 |