Meghan

Q: What is the origin of Meghan?

Meghan is of Welsh origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Meghan?

According to the latest SSA data, Meghan is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Meghan a boy name?

Meghan is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Pearl"

A Welsh form associated with Margaret, ultimately from Greek terms linked to the meaning pearl.

Themes:pearlwelshdiminutivevariant

Nature Natural Unique Rare

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Meghan

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked in 2024

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Meghan did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Meghan Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Meghan.

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megy

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megh

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mie

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ghan

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hany

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ghay

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Baby Name Lists That Include Meghan

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Meghan mean?

Meghan means "Pearl". A Welsh form associated with Margaret, ultimately from Greek terms linked to the meaning pearl.

What is the origin of Meghan?

Meghan is of Welsh origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Meghan?

According to the latest SSA data, Meghan is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Meghan a boy name?

Meghan is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Meghan?

Popular nicknames for Meghan include megy, megh, mie, my, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Meghan?

There are many names similar to Meghan in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginWelsh, Greek

Syllables2

Length6 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withM

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Avon Alwyn Aeron Arth Arvon

Sisters

Arwen Ardyth Avon Arwyn Aerilyn

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