Reagan Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationRAY-gun / /ˈreɪɡən/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: 'descendant of Raghnaid'; English: 'little ruler'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Reagan has Irish roots, derived from the surname O'Reagan, which means 'descendant of Raghnaid'. It has gained popularity as a first name in the United States, particularly in the late 20th century. The name is also associated with the English word 'regan', which means 'little ruler'. Reagan has been used for both boys and girls, though it is more commonly given to boys.
Trend Summary
Reagan has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the 1980s and remaining moderately popular since.
Similar Names
Variants
- Regan
International Variants
- Reagan (Irish)
- Regan (Irish)
Famous people named Reagan
Reagan Gomez-Preston is an American actress known for her role in the television series 'The Parent 'Hood'.
Reagan Smith is an American professional stock car racing driver.
Reagan M. is a notable American social media influencer.
Fictional characters named Reagan
Reagan is a character in the animated series 'The Owl House', known for her adventurous spirit.
Reagan is a character in the video game 'Fire Emblem: Three Houses', serving as a strategist.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Reagan was first seen in the United States in 1913. Reagan has ranked as high as #983 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, Georgia, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Reagan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Reagan (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 23 | |
| CA | 11 | |
| FL | 8 | |
| LA | 5 | |
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1916 | 10 |
| 1917 | 10 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1921 | 9 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1930 | 8 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1940 | 7 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1942 | 13 |
| 1943 | 14 |
| 1944 | 10 |
| 1945 | 12 |
| 1946 | 16 |
| 1947 | 13 |
| 1948 | 18 |
| 1949 | 18 |
| 1950 | 22 |
| 1951 | 25 |
| 1952 | 22 |
| 1953 | 22 |
| 1954 | 17 |
| 1955 | 15 |
| 1956 | 14 |
| 1957 | 21 |
| 1958 | 22 |
| 1959 | 14 |
| 1960 | 17 |
| 1961 | 9 |
| 1962 | 22 |
| 1963 | 34 |
| 1964 | 25 |
| 1965 | 24 |
| 1966 | 27 |
| 1967 | 29 |
| 1968 | 17 |
| 1969 | 29 |
| 1970 | 32 |
| 1971 | 35 |
| 1972 | 24 |
| 1973 | 31 |
| 1974 | 35 |
| 1975 | 38 |
| 1976 | 27 |
| 1977 | 55 |
| 1978 | 53 |
| 1979 | 45 |
| 1980 | 58 |
| 1981 | 50 |
| 1982 | 31 |
| 1983 | 31 |
| 1984 | 28 |
| 1985 | 35 |
| 1986 | 32 |
| 1987 | 38 |
| 1988 | 44 |
| 1989 | 42 |
| 1990 | 52 |
| 1991 | 46 |
| 1992 | 49 |
| 1993 | 74 |
| 1994 | 85 |
| 1995 | 120 |
| 1996 | 140 |
| 1997 | 166 |
| 1998 | 153 |
| 1999 | 190 |
| 2000 | 180 |
| 2001 | 235 |
| 2002 | 223 |
| 2003 | 200 |
| 2004 | 366 |
| 2005 | 299 |
| 2006 | 260 |
| 2007 | 247 |
| 2008 | 204 |
| 2009 | 211 |
| 2010 | 203 |
| 2011 | 232 |
| 2012 | 234 |
| 2013 | 209 |
| 2014 | 206 |
| 2015 | 207 |
| 2016 | 204 |
| 2017 | 213 |
| 2018 | 202 |
| 2019 | 196 |
| 2020 | 160 |
| 2021 | 166 |
| 2022 | 145 |
| 2023 | 115 |
| 2024 | 110 |