Megan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMEG-uhn / /ˈmɛɡən/Welsh; Irish
Meaning
Welsh: pearl; Irish: strong
Historical & Cultural Background
Megan is a diminutive form of the Welsh name Margaret, which means 'pearl.' It has been popular in Wales since the 20th century and has spread to other English-speaking countries. The name has also been used in Irish contexts, where it carries connotations of strength. Megan has been a common name for girls, but its use for boys is rare.
Trend Summary
Megan has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., peaking in the 1980s and 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Meghan
- Meg
International Variants
- Megan (English)
- Megan (Welsh)
Famous people named Megan
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Fictional characters named Megan
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Megan was first seen in the United States in 1968. Megan has ranked as high as #1114 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in California, District of Columbia, Kentucky, Michigan, and Ohio. 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 (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 27 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1976 | 20 |
| 1977 | 20 |
| 1978 | 24 |
| 1979 | 27 |
| 1980 | 35 |
| 1981 | 40 |
| 1982 | 50 |
| 1983 | 50 |
| 1984 | 50 |
| 1985 | 80 |
| 1986 | 61 |
| 1987 | 61 |
| 1988 | 61 |
| 1989 | 82 |
| 1990 | 44 |
| 1991 | 31 |
| 1992 | 33 |
| 1993 | 30 |
| 1994 | 31 |
| 1995 | 28 |
| 1996 | 20 |
| 1997 | 18 |
| 1998 | 21 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 16 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 35 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2014 | 6 |