Megan
m(e)-gan
US Popularity:1392
Origin:Welsh
Meaning:Pearl
Plenty of celebrities have a personal connection to this pearl of a name. The appellation is an offshoot of the Welsh Meg, which comes from Margaret, which comes from the Hebrew word for “pearl.” A classic jewel that lends itself to an air of opulence, grace, and elegance, what little princess wouldn’t want this meaning behind her name? Many celebrities bear variations of the name, including none other than Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex, a royal and icon that can inspire any young girl to go after her dreams.
Megan Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Megan is currently #2257 on The Bump
Girl:Megan is currently #988 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Megan is currently #1392 in U.S. births
Girl:Megan is currently #532 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#1392
in 2022
- 206
from 2021
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