Maegan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Maegan has its origins in Welsh culture and signifies 'pearl' or 'great'. It evolved from the name Megan and shares roots with Margaret. The name conveys traits of uniqueness and charm, and it does not have any biblical relevance. Maegan has become popular in recent years as a modern variation, with several variants such as Megan and Maggie.
The name Maegan is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Maegan has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Maegan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2249th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 624th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1186th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7241st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Maegan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Maegan"
Pronunciation
/ˈmeɪgən/
Origin
Welsh
Etymology
Maegan is a modern variation of the name Megan, which is derived from the Welsh name 'Megan' or 'Meganwy', meaning 'pearl' or 'great' in reference to the term 'maen' (stone) and 'gân' (song). Maegan can also be seen as a diminutive of Margaret.
Meaning
pearl, great
Language Evolution
Megan, Margaret, Meganwy
Historical Usage
Maegan gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variant of Megan, which was already a well-established name in Wales and later in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Megan, Maggie, Meg, Meganwy
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Maegan is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Maegan Hall, an American football player, Maegan McGuffin, a notable figure in sports
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Maegan"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Maegan"
"Maegan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2249th of 19264 | 587 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 624th of 27321 | 5,281 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1186th of 35406 | 3,111 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7241st of 30306 | 191 |
Regional Popularity of "Maegan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Maegan" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
57.00% 1674th/2937 |
55.01% 1916th/3483 |
60.46% 2127th/3518 |
49.93% 2019th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
21.06% 776th/3685 |
18.15% 812th/4475 |
8.57% 445th/5194 |
14.03% 886th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
28.70% 1315th/4582 |
28.56% 1475th/5164 |
12.50% 914th/7313 |
21.44% 1600th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
79.40% 5417th/6822 |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Maegan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Maegan" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.