Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Raegan is an Irish name that means 'little king.' It evolved from the surname Ó Raghallaigh and its historical forms include Raghallach. The name is associated with traits of leadership and individuality. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with Raegan. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, especially in the United States, and is viewed positively in modern culture. Notable people with this name include Raegan McCaffrey and Raegan Revord.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈreɪɡən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Raegan is derived from the Irish surname Ó Raghallaigh, which means 'descendant of Raghallach.' The name Raghallach is believed to mean 'little king' or 'kingly.'
Meaning
little king
Language Evolution
Ó Raghallaigh, Raghallach, Raegan
Historical Usage
Raegan gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variant of traditional Irish names and became more widely recognized in the United States during the 1980s.
Variants & Derivatives
Reagan, Ragan, Rae, Raeghan
Modern Popularity & Image
Raegan is often perceived as a trendy, modern name that conveys a sense of uniqueness and individuality. It has a youthful image and is popular among parents looking for names with Irish roots.
Famous People
Raegan McCaffrey - an accomplished athlete, Raegan Revord - an American actress
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,417 peak births in 2019
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 9 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) | Boy | 7552nd of 7552 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 8956th of 24088 | 105 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6392nd of 23106 | 158 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8318th of 12526 | 29 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2154th of 19264 | 620 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2157th of 27321 | 902 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 473rd of 35406 | 10,132 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 307th of 30306 | 12,938 |
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) |
68.54% 2013th/2937 |
76.20% 2654th/3483 |
63.02% 2217th/3518 |
73.54% 2974th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
54.06% 1992nd/3685 |
91.44% 4092nd/4475 |
28.67% 1489th/5194 |
63.95% 4040th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
8.58% 393rd/4582 |
13.98% 722nd/5164 |
5.13% 375th/7313 |
9.62% 718th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
6.40% 255th/3984 |
6.73% 302nd/4487 |
4.22% 288th/6822 |
6.02% 378th/6276 |
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 Utah across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7552nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8956th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6392nd out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8318th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2154th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2157th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 473rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 307th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.