Megan: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A pearl of great worth, bright and kind.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #638
- Peak
- #10 in 1985
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Megan Means
Megan is a girl name of English origin. A pearl of great worth, bright and kind.
How Popular Megan Is
Megan currently ranks #638 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #10 in 1985. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Megan
- Megan was a top 10 name in the United States, peaking at #10 in 1985.
- Megan has been a top 100 name across 140+ years of American history.
- Megan is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It's a timeless classic that never goes out of style.
Names Like Megan
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Megan
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Megan.
Questions About Megan
What does Megan mean?
Megan is a girl name of English origin. A pearl of great worth, bright and kind.
How popular is Megan?
Megan currently ranks #638 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #10 in 1985. It has held steady.
Where does Megan come from?
Megan comes from English roots. Megan was a top 10 name in the United States, peaking at #10 in 1985.
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