Teigan
TEE-gan
Teigan is a unisex name of Irish origin, meaning “A variant of Teagan, which has Irish origins, derived from the Gaelic 'Tadhgán', a diminutive of 'Tadhg' meaning 'poet' or 'bard'.”. It currently ranks #2810 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2017.
What Teigan Means
“A variant of Teagan, which has Irish origins, derived from the Gaelic 'Tadhgán', a diminutive of 'Tadhg' meaning 'poet' or 'bard'.”
The Story of Teigan
This charming name, a whisper from Irish poets, carries a gentle, intelligent spirit, a bardic echo waiting for your child.
Teigan is a delightful variant of the Irish name Teagan, which itself is a diminutive of 'Tadhg,' a classic Gaelic name meaning 'poet' or 'bard.' This lineage connects the name to a rich tradition of storytelling, artistry, and intellectualism within Irish culture. It has journeyed from the emerald isle to find a place in modern naming, appreciated for its lyrical quality and the artistic spirit it evokes.
When you first speak the name Teigan, it has a soft, melodic sound, like a gentle strum on a harp. Writing 'Teigan' feels like carefully inscribing a line of poetry, imbuing it with a sense of creativity and sensitivity. This name is for your child, a name that suggests an inner world rich with imagination and a keen, artistic sensibility that you already recognize.
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Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#187 in 2017
Total Births
2,138
First Recorded
1986
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