Girl · 1093rd of 27,321
Meghann
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
3,788
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1979
Peak Popularity Year
374
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Meghann stands across generations
This name is not present in the Generation Alpha ranking.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Meghann is an Irish name that means 'servant of Mary.' It evolved from the original Irish form 'Maolmhuire' to 'Meaghan' and eventually to 'Meghann.' The name is associated with modern popularity and carries a pleasant, contemporary image while having roots in biblical significance. Notable individuals with this name include Meghann Fahy and Meghann McCarthy.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈmɛɡən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Meghann is derived from the Irish name 'Meaghan,' which is a diminutive of 'Maolmhuire,' meaning 'servant of Mary.'
Meaning
servant of Mary
Language Evolution
Maolmhuire, Meaghan, Meghann
Historical Usage
Meghann gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern variant of traditional Irish names.
Variants & Derivatives
Meaghan, Megan, Meg
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Meghann is viewed as a unique and contemporary name, appealing to those who appreciate Irish heritage.
Famous People
Meghann Fahy, Meghann McCarthy
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 374 peak births in 1979
Geographic Spread
Popular across 32 US states, with strongest presence in Michigan
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 13 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
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
Full popularity table across American generations 3 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1633rd of 19264 | 956 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1093rd of 27321 | 2,504 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5957th of 35406 | 328 |