About the name Megan
Megan belongs to the Irish & Celtic and English & American tradition. Its roots are documented, even though its precise meaning is not recorded in the standard references — an honest gap we prefer to a confident guess. It travels in a few spellings: Margaret.
In the United States, Megan first appears in Social Security records in 1922. It climbed to its best-ever rank of #10 in 1985, and in 2024 369 babies received the name — 439,765 in total since 1880. Those are the official counts, not estimates.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Megan mean?
The meaning of Megan is not recorded in the standard references we check. Rather than repeat an unsourced claim, we leave it open — its Irish and Celtic origin is documented, but its exact meaning is not.
Is Megan a boy or girl name?
Megan is a girl name. In 2024, 369 babies received the name in the US.
What origin is the name Megan?
Megan comes from the Irish & Celtic, English & American and Greek tradition. It is also spelled Margaret.
How popular is the name Megan?
Megan first appears in US records in 1922. Its best-ever ranking was #10 in 1985, and 369 babies were given the name in 2024.
How do you pronounce Megan?
Megan is pronounced /ˈmɛɡən/ (IPA).
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