Meagan
English · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Meagan
Meagan is an English spelling variant of Megan, which derives from the Welsh name Meghan, ultimately rooted in the Welsh element "megan" meaning "pearl" or related to the name Margaret through Greek "margarites." The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in Ireland, Wales, and the United States, with increased popularity in the late 20th century; it gained further prominence through Princess Meghan Markle.
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Etymology
Meagan is an English spelling variant of Megan, which derives from the Welsh name Meghan, ultimately rooted in the Welsh element "megan" meaning "pearl" or related to the name Margaret through Greek "margarites." The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in Ireland, Wales, and the United States, with increased popularity in the late 20th century; it gained further prominence through Princess Meghan Markle.
Meagan currently ranks #9,355 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1990.
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