Kagan
Kagan is a boy's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Little fiery one, thinker, or ruler (depending on Gaelic or Turkic origin).
Origin and history
Kagan is an Anglicized masculine name derived from Gaelic roots such as Mac Aodhagáin, traditionally associated with fiery or fiery-born meanings. It is also found in Turkish as a title meaning ruler or sovereign. In the United States, Kagan remains a relatively rare given name.
Popularity in the United States
651 babies in the United States have been named Kagan since 1880. It ranks #4025 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1883.
States where it is most popular
- TX (100 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 42 |
| 1990-2000 | 135 |
| 2000-2010 | 260 |
| 2010-2019 | 165 |
| 2020-2029 | 44 |
Fun facts
- Kagan functions both as an Anglicized Irish surname-turned-first name and as a historical variation of Khan or Khagan in Turkic languages.
- While better known as a surname in the U.S., Kagan has seen modern usage as a given name following the popularity of surname-style names.