Meagan Name Meaning & Origin

/MEH-gan/

Meagan is most likely a name of American origin.

This analysis is AI-assisted and may contain errors. It is not individually reviewed by an onomast. Check important details against reliable sources or a qualified researcher. Analysis generated on June 29, 2025.

Name Origin

Derived from the Irish name Maegan, a variation of Margaret, meaning 'pearl'. It gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the late 20th century.

Name Ethnicity & Nationality

These estimates show the cultural and national origins most closely associated with this name. They describe the name, not an individual's identity.

  • Flag of American
    American (Celtic) 60%
  • Flag of Canadian
    Canadian (Celtic) 30%
  • Flag of Australian
    Australian (Celtic) 10%

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Name Details

  • First Name: Meagan
  • Name Order: Western
  • Gender: Female

In 2024, 11 girls in the US were named Meagan.

Growth of the name Meagan in the US (SSA Data):

Meagan Numerology

Numerology is provided for entertainment only and is not scientific.

Soul Urge Number: 5

People with this name tend to be: Adventurous, freedom-loving and versatile.

Sources & Methodology

US popularity data comes from the Social Security Administration. Origin and ethnicity estimates are generated from name patterns and cultural distributions using AI-assisted analysis.

These results are estimates, not definitive genealogical findings. Learn more about our methodology.

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