Magen
Magen is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Shield or protector; also used as a variant of Megan meaning pearl.
Origin and history
Magen is a feminine given name derived from the Hebrew word for shield or protector. It is also occasionally used as a variant spelling of the name Megan, which has Welsh origins meaning pearl. In the United States, the name experienced moderate usage during the late 20th century but has become rare in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
3,346 babies in the United States have been named Magen since 1880. It ranks #3067 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- TX (19.3 %)
- CA (10.7 %)
- FL (8.1 %)
- AL (7 %)
- LA (6 %)
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 | 251 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,478 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,228 |
| 2000-2010 | 365 |
| 2010-2019 | 24 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- In Hebrew, the word 'magen' translates directly to 'shield' or 'defense'.
- In English-speaking countries, it frequently arose as an alternate phonetic spelling of Megan.