Holding steady.
Popularity of Meaghen since 1978
Babies named Meaghen per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 13 |
| 1980s | 94 |
| 1990s | 53 |
| 2000s | 12 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Meaghen is a modern respelling of Megan, which itself is a Welsh diminutive of Margaret meaning 'pearl'. The name first entered U.S. birth records in 1978, reflecting the late 20th century trend of creative spellings for established names. Its peak year came in 1985, when it was most frequently chosen by parents. While Meaghen has not ranked in the top 1000 in recent years, its trajectory has been stable, indicating a steady but low level of use. The variant spelling offers a distinctive twist on a classic name without straying far from its roots.
Meaghen is a modern respelling of Megan, the Welsh diminutive of Margaret. Margaret derives from the Greek word margaritēs, meaning 'pearl'. The name Megan became popular in Wales and the English-speaking world in the 20th century, and its variant spellings like Meaghen emerged as parents sought distinctive forms.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Meg, Meag
Sibling names for Meaghen
Names that share Meaghen's style, for a brother or sister.
