Holding steady.
Popularity of Broghan since 1990
Babies named Broghan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 12 | 0 |
| 2000s | 9 | 50 |
| 2010s | 0 | 49 |
| 2020s | 0 | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Broghan is an Irish-inspired name that first entered the U.S. baby name records in 2000, but it has never achieved widespread popularity. It peaked in 2011, when it was given to a small number of boys. Since then, its usage has remained stable but very low, and it has never appeared in the national top 1000 rankings. The name's rarity means that it does not have particularly strong associations with any specific region or state. For parents seeking a distinctive name with Irish roots, Broghan offers a modern twist on the more traditional Brogan, though it remains a niche choice.
Broghan is likely a variant of Brogan, which derives from the Irish Ó Brógáin, meaning 'descendant of Brógán'. Brógán is a diminutive of bróg, the Irish word for 'shoe' or 'a stout, sturdy person'. The name has been used occasionally in the United States since the early 2000s, primarily for boys, with a peak in popularity in 2011.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Bro, Broggy, B
Sibling names for Broghan
Names that share Broghan's style, for a brother or sister.
