Etymology & Historical Origin of the Baby Name Megan

The name Megan started out as a Welsh pet form of the name Meg, which in turn is the Scottish pet form of Margaret which ultimately comes from a Hebrew word for ‘pearl.’ Like Meg, Megan has become an independent given name in its own right. Megan expanded beyond the borders of Wales into England, Ireland, Scotland and the rest of the English-speaking nations. The name Margaret was very popular in the Middle Ages all across Europe, influenced in large part by a few early saints (Margaret of Antioch and St. Margaret of Scotland). As a result of the name’s wide usage, more nicknames, pet names, nursery forms, short forms and cognates developed from the name Margaret – perhaps more so than any other name. Megan just happens to be the Welsh version.

All About the Baby Name – Megan

Personality

OF THE GIRL NAME MEGAN

The number Four personality is marked by stability and discipline. This is the personality that follows the rules and is conservative by nature.  They have an earth-bound energy that prefers to build things methodically on top of firm foundations; they don't cut corners. Fours take their time and don't like to be hurried. But the outcome of their endeavors is likely to result in some strong and useful structure, which makes them great engineers and inventors. Fours are anything but frivolous or controversial. This is a trustworthy, straight-forward personality that embodies dedication and organization. They are the backbone and anchor in their relationships, careers and communities. They are tidy, punctual, and full of integrity. Hard-work comes naturally to a Four and they are immensely reliable. This is the personality you can always count on.

Popularity

OF THE GIRL NAME MEGAN

The name Megan has been in use in America since 1952. After its debut on the U.S. naming charts, Megan starts her quiet ascent up the list. Over the course of 20 years, the name advances over 700 positions on the charts. In 1975, Megan lands a spot on the Top 100 list of most popular girl’s names for the first time. Than name dominates in the 1980s and 1990s, when, for those two consecutive decades, Megan averages at position #15. However, the name’s fashionable days appear to be over. Since the turn of this century, the name has been in decline and is no longer a Top 100 pick for baby girls. However, for parents who like this name, the lower usage should be considered a good thing. The name feels more unique today than it did 10 or 20 years ago. Megan’s Welsh roots give it a nice Celtic resonance and it’s an all around bright and friendly name. A modern-classic.

Quick Facts

ON MEGAN

GENDER:

Girl

ORIGIN:

Welsh

NUMBER OF SYLLABLES:

2

RANKING POPULARITY:

256

PRONUNCIATION:

MEE-gin or MAY-gehn

SIMPLE MEANING:

Pearl

Characteristics

OF MEGAN

Dependable

Solid

Practical

Hard-working

Industrious

Studious

Conservative

Cultural References to the Baby Name – Megan

Literary Characters

OF THE BABY NAME MEGAN

We cannot find any significant literary characters by the name of Megan

Childrens Books

ON THE BABY NAME MEGAN

We cannot find any childrens books with the first name Megan


Popular Songs

ON MEGAN

Megan 2K
a song by Reggie And The Full Effect

Megan Is My Friend to The Max
a song by Reggie And The Full Effect

Megan 2K2 (Even Though It's 2K3 Now)
a song by Reggie And The Full Effect

Megan
a song by Smoking Popes

Famous People

NAMED MEGAN

Megan Fox (actress)
Megan Jendrick (Olympic swimmer)
Megan McDonald (children's book author)
Megan Mullally (actress)
Megan Hauserman (reality TV star)
Megan Ewing (model)

Children of Famous People

NAMED MEGAN

We cannot find any children of famous people with the first name Megan

Historic Figures

WITH THE NAME MEGAN

We cannot find any historically significant people with the first name Megan