Boy · 3265th of 24,088
Teagen
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
1,562
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2011
Peak Popularity Year
99
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Teagen stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Teagen originates from the Irish name Tadhg, meaning poet or philosopher. It has evolved through various forms and has been popularized as a first name in recent decades. The name is associated with creative traits and has no biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈtiːɡən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Teagen is derived from the Irish surname 'Tadhg', which means 'poet' or 'philosopher'. It is often used as a first name in modern times.
Meaning
poet, philosopher
Language Evolution
Tadhg, Teagan, Teagen
Historical Usage
Teagen has gained popularity in the late 20th century as a unisex name, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Teagan, Tegan, Tadhg
Modern Popularity & Image
Teagen is seen as a modern and trendy name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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 99 peak births in 2011
Geographic Spread
Popular across 13 US states, with strongest presence in Montana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 11 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 5 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3265th of 24088 | 483 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4833rd of 23106 | 240 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 15632nd of 27321 | 36 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5148th of 35406 | 398 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4256th of 30306 | 405 |