Megan Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMEG-uhn / /ˈmɛɡən/Welsh; Greek
Meaning
Welsh: pearl; Greek: great
Historical & Cultural Background
Megan is a diminutive of the Welsh name Margaret, which means 'pearl.' It gained popularity in Wales and has since spread to other English-speaking countries. The name has been used in various forms throughout history and has cultural significance in Welsh literature and folklore.
Trend Summary
Megan experienced significant popularity in the United States during the 1980s and 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Meghan
- Meg
International Variants
- Megan (English)
- Mégane (French)
- Meghan (Irish)
Famous people named Megan
Megan Fox is an American actress known for her roles in the 'Transformers' series.
Megan Rapinoe is an American soccer player and activist, recognized for her contributions to women's sports.
Megan Thee Stallion is an American rapper and songwriter who gained fame for her hit singles.
Megan Mullally is an American actress and singer, best known for her role on the television show 'Will & Grace.'.
Fictional characters named Megan
Megan is a character in the film 'The Last Song,' where she is portrayed as a supportive friend.
Megan is a character in the animated series 'Family Guy,' known for her awkward teenage experiences.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Megan was first seen in the United States in 1922. Megan has ranked as high as #34 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Megan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Megan (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 62 | |
| FL | 58 | |
| CA | 39 | |
| NY | 25 | |
| PA | 11 | |
| NC | 11 | |
| GA | 10 | |
| IL | 10 | |
| AZ | 10 | |
| NJ | 10 | |
| VA | 9 | |
| TN | 8 | |
| CO | 8 | |
| OH | 7 | |
| IN | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1923 | 13 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1933 | 7 |
| 1934 | 8 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 7 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1940 | 9 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1943 | 21 |
| 1944 | 16 |
| 1945 | 24 |
| 1946 | 22 |
| 1947 | 29 |
| 1948 | 28 |
| 1949 | 30 |
| 1950 | 61 |
| 1951 | 86 |
| 1952 | 119 |
| 1953 | 156 |
| 1954 | 153 |
| 1955 | 198 |
| 1956 | 197 |
| 1957 | 258 |
| 1958 | 301 |
| 1959 | 358 |
| 1960 | 364 |
| 1961 | 402 |
| 1962 | 391 |
| 1963 | 432 |
| 1964 | 512 |
| 1965 | 608 |
| 1966 | 655 |
| 1967 | 709 |
| 1968 | 813 |
| 1969 | 1,031 |
| 1970 | 1,268 |
| 1971 | 1,500 |
| 1972 | 1,587 |
| 1973 | 2,021 |
| 1974 | 2,818 |
| 1975 | 4,192 |
| 1976 | 4,464 |
| 1977 | 5,320 |
| 1978 | 5,897 |
| 1979 | 8,293 |
| 1980 | 9,134 |
| 1981 | 8,966 |
| 1982 | 9,518 |
| 1983 | 14,124 |
| 1984 | 16,984 |
| 1985 | 20,012 |
| 1986 | 18,591 |
| 1987 | 17,823 |
| 1988 | 18,570 |
| 1989 | 19,780 |
| 1990 | 20,259 |
| 1991 | 19,278 |
| 1992 | 17,842 |
| 1993 | 16,385 |
| 1994 | 16,580 |
| 1995 | 15,530 |
| 1996 | 14,770 |
| 1997 | 14,244 |
| 1998 | 13,256 |
| 1999 | 12,229 |
| 2000 | 11,436 |
| 2001 | 10,300 |
| 2002 | 9,210 |
| 2003 | 7,800 |
| 2004 | 6,687 |
| 2005 | 5,856 |
| 2006 | 4,945 |
| 2007 | 4,124 |
| 2008 | 3,416 |
| 2009 | 3,058 |
| 2010 | 2,406 |
| 2011 | 1,915 |
| 2012 | 1,561 |
| 2013 | 1,246 |
| 2014 | 1,064 |
| 2015 | 853 |
| 2016 | 750 |
| 2017 | 631 |
| 2018 | 565 |
| 2019 | 499 |
| 2020 | 453 |
| 2021 | 490 |
| 2022 | 399 |
| 2023 | 416 |
| 2024 | 369 |