Meaghan
Meaghan is a girl's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Pearl.
Origin and history
Meaghan is an Irish variant spelling of Megan, which originated as a Welsh diminutive of Margaret. In the United States, it enjoyed peak popularity during the late 20th century alongside other alternative spellings like Meghan. Usage of this specific spelling has since declined substantially in recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
14,036 babies in the United States have been named Meaghan since 1880. It ranks #1333 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2088.
States where it is most popular
- MA (16.5 %)
- NY (16.4 %)
- CA (6.8 %)
- TX (5.4 %)
- IL (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 | 14 |
| 1960-1970 | 143 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,103 |
| 1980-1990 | 5,342 |
| 1990-2000 | 5,425 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,756 |
| 2010-2019 | 240 |
| 2020-2029 | 13 |
Famous people named Meaghan
- Meaghan Jette Martin: Actress, Singer
- Meaghan Rath: Actress
- Meaghan Oppenheimer: Screenwriter, Producer
Nicknames
Meg, Meggie, Megs
Fun facts
- Meaghan incorporates the 'gh' letter combination often found in traditional Irish orthography, offering a distinct visual style.
- The spelling gained notable traction in the U.S. during the 1980s and 1990s.