Deagan
Deagan is a boy's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Good, godly, or valuable.
Origin and history
Deagan is a masculine name of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic surname Ó Deaghdha, which stems from a root meaning 'good' or 'godly'. It is an alternative spelling of the more common Deagan or Deagan/Deegan surnames and given names like Deaglan (Declan). In the United States, it remains a relatively rare modern choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
1,016 babies in the United States have been named Deagan since 1880. It ranks #3667 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1810.
States where it is most popular
- CA (54.7 %)
- MI (14.3 %)
- UT (8.5 %)
- OH (5.8 %)
- AZ (5.4 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 16 |
| 2000-2010 | 407 |
| 2010-2019 | 476 |
| 2020-2029 | 117 |
Fun facts
- Deagan originated as an Irish family name before transitioning to a contemporary given name in English-speaking countries.
- Though relatively uncommon, Deagan has seen consistent, low-volume use in the United States over recent decades.