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Meagan

MEE-gən

Meagan is a girl’s name of Welsh origin, meaning “Pearl. A variant of Megan.”. It currently ranks #9321 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1990.

Letters6
Syllables2
OriginWelsh

What Meagan Means

Pearl. A variant of Megan.

The Story of Meagan

Pearls form under pressure, slowly, deliberately, and this name carries that same quiet, profound beauty you're seeking.

Meagan is a Welsh variant of Megan, itself a diminutive of Margaret, derived from the Greek 'margarites,' meaning pearl. Its journey from ancient Greece saw it travel through Roman and medieval European cultures, becoming a favored name particularly in Wales and England. Its association with the precious gem has endured through centuries, a constant symbol of rare value.

When you whisper 'Meagan' to your daughter for the first time, you are giving her a name that feels both classic and intimately known. It’s a name that rolls off the tongue with a soft strength, perfect for writing on the tiny hat you’ll keep forever. It carries the promise of a treasure waiting to be discovered within her.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

  • Meagan Good

    American actress.

  • Meagan Tandy

    American actress and model.

Personality Traits

KindCharmingCreativeIndependent

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Peak Year

#2,537 in 1990

Total Births

41,619

First Recorded

1954

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