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Deagan

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Deagan is a boy’s name of Irish origin, meaning “Deagan is an anglicized form of the Irish surname Ó Duagáin, meaning 'descendant of Duagán'. Duagán is a personal name meaning 'dark' or 'swarthy'.”. It currently ranks #5477 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2009.

Letters6
Syllables2
OriginIrish

What Deagan Means

Deagan is an anglicized form of the Irish surname Ó Duagáin, meaning 'descendant of Duagán'. Duagán is a personal name meaning 'dark' or 'swarthy'.

The Story of Deagan

This Irish surname, once a marker of a dark-haired lineage, now carries a strong, resonant sound for your son.

Deagan is an anglicized form of the Irish Gaelic surname Ó Duagáin, meaning 'descendant of Duagán.' The personal name Duagán itself is thought to derive from 'duan,' meaning 'dark' or 'swarthy.' This name historically denoted familial lineage and physical characteristics, tracing back to ancient Ireland.

The sound of 'Deagan' has a grounded, earthy quality, like stepping onto solid, familiar ground. When you test it out, it feels substantial, a name that stands firm. You can envision yourself calling your son 'Deagan' across a park, the clear sound cutting through the air with a sense of strength and resilience. It's a name that feels like it belongs to someone who knows where they come from.

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Numerology

4

The Builder

Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.

Personality Traits

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Peak Year

#86 in 2009

Total Births

1,000

First Recorded

1997

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