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Meghan

MEG-ən

Popularity

#1446

stable

Letters

6

Syllables

2

Origin

Welsh

Total Births

96,625

Peak Year

#4,683 in 1985

First Recorded

1952

Style

Classic & Timeless, Royal & Regal

Spelling

Tricky to spell

What It Means

A Welsh diminutive of Margaret, meaning 'pearl.' Symbolizes beauty, rarity, and preciousness.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

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

Famous Namesakes

  • Meghan Markle

    Duchess of Sussex, actress, and philanthropist.

  • Megan Fox

    American actress and model.

Nicknames

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Personality Traits

IntelligentKindGracefulAmbitious

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