Meeghan

Meaning & origin

Meeghan is a modern respelling of the widely used Megan, which itself is a Welsh diminutive of Margaret. The name first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1969, during a period when creative spellings of established names were gaining popularity. Its peak year of usage was 1978, after which it saw a steady decline. As of the latest data year (2025), the name remains very rare, with an approximate 1 in N incidence too low to report, indicating it is given to fewer than five children per year nationally. The spelling was particularly favored in the 1970s, reflecting broader trends of phonetic naming. While the core meaning of 'pearl' (from Margaret) is traditionally attributed, the unconventional spelling gives Meeghan its own distinct character, often chosen by parents seeking a unique twist on a classic name.

Meeghan is a modern respelling of Megan or Meghan, which themselves are Welsh and English diminutives of Margaret, derived from the Greek 'margarites' meaning 'pearl'. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1969, during a period when creative spellings of popular names became fashionable. While it echoes the traditional Megan, the variant spelling with double 'e' gives it a distinct visual identity.