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Meaghan

MAY-gan

Meaghan is a girl’s name of Irish origin, meaning “Meaghan is an Irish variant of Megan, which is a Welsh diminutive of Margaret, meaning "pearl".”, and peaked in popularity in 1986.

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OriginIrish

What Meaghan Means

Meaghan is an Irish variant of Megan, which is a Welsh diminutive of Margaret, meaning "pearl".

The Story of Meaghan

Tracing back to Welsh roots, this name carries the gentle gift of a pearl, a soft light for your daughter.

Meaghan is an Irish variant of Megan, itself a Welsh diminutive of Margaret, which means 'pearl.' The name’s journey began in ancient Wales, traveled through Ireland, and eventually found widespread popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the latter half of the 20th century, bringing its soft, precious meaning with it.

Saying 'Meaghan' feels like holding something delicate and precious. It's a name that conjures images of gentle kindness and unwavering loyalty. You picture your daughter with a warm smile, her presence a comforting light. Writing Meaghan on a birth announcement feels like carefully placing a luminous pearl onto a soft cushion, marking the arrival of something cherished.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Personality Traits

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Peak Year

#744 in 1986

Total Births

14,043

First Recorded

1955

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