Regan
REE-gan
Popularity
#2357
Letters
5
Syllables
2
Origin
Irish
Total Births
19,956
Peak Year
#810 in 2001
First Recorded
1920
Style
Strong & Bold, Earthy & Bohemian
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Regan has debated origins, including Irish Gaelic meaning "little king" and English surname. It's also a character in Shakespeare's King Lear.
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Numerology
The Seeker
Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.
Famous Namesakes
Regan Smith
American Olympic swimmer, world record holder
Regan MacNeil
Fictional character from The Exorcist
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