Hagan
Hagan is a boy's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Youthful, little young one, or highest.
Origin and history
Hagan is a masculine given name derived from the Irish Gaelic surname Ó hÁagáin or Ó hÓgáin, meaning youthful or highest. While historically most common as a surname, it has seen steady, moderate adoption as a given name in the United States. In recent years, it remains a relatively rare choice for American boys.
Popularity in the United States
1,455 babies in the United States have been named Hagan since 1880. It ranks #3272 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1758.
States where it is most popular
- TX (52.2 %)
- KY (13.5 %)
- TN (13.1 %)
- GA (7.6 %)
- FL (4.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 10 |
| 1920-1930 | 16 |
| 1930-1940 | 13 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 11 |
| 1980-1990 | 44 |
| 1990-2000 | 216 |
| 2000-2010 | 516 |
| 2010-2019 | 450 |
| 2020-2029 | 169 |
Fun facts
- Hagan originated as an Irish patronymic surname before gaining adoption as a given name in English-speaking countries.
- It derives from the Irish Gaelic word 'óg', which translates to young or youthful.