Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Meegan is an Irish name derived from the name Margaret, meaning 'pearl'. It evolved from historical forms such as Maighread and Margaret. The name has a modern appeal and is often seen as trendy. It has no direct biblical relevance. Meegan gained popularity in the 20th century, with several common variants like Megan and Meagan.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈmiːɡən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Meegan is derived from the Irish name 'Maighread', which is a form of the name Margaret. It is often associated with the meaning of 'pearl'.
Meaning
pearl
Language Evolution
Margaret, Maighread, Meegan
Historical Usage
Meegan gained popularity in the 20th century as a variant of the more traditional name Megan, which itself has roots in the name Margaret.
Variants & Derivatives
Megan, Meagan, Meagan
Modern Popularity & Image
Meegan is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with a youthful and vibrant image.
Famous People
Meegan Walter, an American actress, Meegan Lee, a prominent Irish singer
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 61 peak births in 1975
Geographic Spread
Popular across 6 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
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
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5390th of 12526 | 98 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2391st of 19264 | 530 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5795th of 27321 | 224 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 11500th of 35406 | 127 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - 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 by Generation - 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) |
77.02% 2262nd/2937 |
55.44% 1931st/3483 |
- |
65.53% 2650th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
93.65% 4191st/4475 |
- |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in New York across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast 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, usage has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, 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 West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5390th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2391st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5795th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11500th out of 35406 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.