Holding steady.
Popularity of Meganne since 1971
Babies named Meganne per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 18 |
| 1980s | 107 |
| 1990s | 131 |
| 2000s | 38 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Meganne is a modern spelling variant of Megan, itself a Welsh diminutive of Margaret. It first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1971, and saw its peak usage in 1991. Despite never entering the top 1,000 names, it has maintained a stable presence, with a trajectory that shows consistent but low usage over the decades. The name adds a distinctive double 'n' to the more common Megan, a trend also seen in variants like Meghan. Its rarity makes it a choice for parents seeking a familiar-sounding yet uncommon name.
Meganne is a modern spelling variant of Megan, the Welsh diminutive of Margaret. Margaret derives from the Greek 'margaritēs,' meaning 'pearl.' The name entered English via the French Marguerite and became popular in Wales. Megan emerged as an independent name in the 20th century, with spellings like Meghan and Meganne gaining traction in English-speaking countries.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Meg, Meggy, Annie
Sibling names for Meganne
Names that share Meganne's style, for a brother or sister.
