Keigan
Keigan is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Son of Aodhagán (meaning 'little fire').
Origin and history
Keigan is a variant spelling of the Irish surname-derived name Keegan, originating from the Gaelic Mac Aodhagáin meaning 'son of Aodhagán'. In the United States, it is a modern, uncommon male name with steady, low-volume usage. Its connection to classic Celtic names gives it a contemporary yet rooted appeal.
Popularity in the United States
931 babies in the United States have been named Keigan since 1880. It ranks #3747 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1846.
States where it is most popular
- MI (28.6 %)
- TX (27 %)
- GA (17.5 %)
- IN (9.5 %)
- KY (9.5 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1990-2000 | 126 |
| 2000-2010 | 360 |
| 2010-2019 | 359 |
| 2020-2029 | 81 |
Fun facts
- The name ultimately traces back to the ancient Irish given name Aodh, which means fire.
- Keigan is an alternative phonetic spelling of Keegan, a trend popular in modern American naming practices.