Declining since 2008.
Popularity of Kaegan since 1992
Babies named Kaegan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 21 | 80 |
| 2000s | 122 | 179 |
| 2010s | 64 | 118 |
| 2020s | 0 | 23 |
Meaning & origin
Kaegan is a modern, unisex name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1992. It reached its peak popularity in 2007, but has been declining in use since 2008, aligning with broader trends away from invented or respelled names. While its exact meaning is uncertain, it may be a variant of the Irish name Keegan, meaning "descendant of Aodhagán." Kaegan has never cracked the top 1000 names, making it a rare and distinctive choice. The name is given to both boys and girls, though it leans masculine. It has no strong regional ties, as it did not appear among top states.
Kaegan is a modern name that emerged in the United States in the late 20th century. It may be a variant or invention inspired by similar sounding names like Keegan (Irish origin meaning 'descendant of Aodhagán') or Kegan, with a respelling using 'ae' for a fashionable touch. There is no established historical derivation. The name first appeared in Social Security records in 1992.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kae, Kai, Keg
Sibling names for Kaegan
Names that share Kaegan's style, for a brother or sister.
