Brogan
Brogan is a boy's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Sturdy shoe or small shoe.
Origin and history
Brogan is derived from the Irish Gaelic surname Ó Brógáin, which comes from a word meaning 'shoe' or 'sturdy shoe'. Traditionally used as a surname and a masculine given name, it gained mild popularity as a modern given name in the late 20th century. In the U.S., it remains a relatively rare but recognizable choice.
Popularity in the United States
4,159 babies in the United States have been named Brogan since 1880. It ranks #1945 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1638.
States where it is most popular
- OH (9.5 %)
- IN (6.3 %)
- IL (6.2 %)
- KS (5.9 %)
- CA (5.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 79 |
| 1990-2000 | 487 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,564 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,740 |
| 2020-2029 | 289 |
Famous people named Brogan
- Brogan Rafferty: Athlete, Ice hockey player
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Old Irish word 'bróg', meaning shoe, combined with a diminutive suffix.
- Several early Christian figures in Ireland bore the name Brogan, including Saint Patrick's nephew and scribe.