Reagan
Reagan is a boy's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Little king or sovereign.
Origin and history
Reagan is derived from an Irish surname based on the given name Ríagán, meaning little king or sovereign. Although more commonly given to girls in contemporary U.S. usage, it remains in steady use for boys. Its connection to the surname has given it a modern, classic feel in America.
Popularity in the United States
7,841 babies in the United States have been named Reagan since 1880. It ranks #1370 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1196.
States where it is most popular
- TX (36.5 %)
- CA (10.9 %)
- FL (6 %)
- GA (4 %)
- TN (3.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 43 |
| 1920-1930 | 39 |
| 1930-1940 | 41 |
| 1940-1950 | 128 |
| 1950-1960 | 194 |
| 1960-1970 | 233 |
| 1970-1980 | 375 |
| 1980-1990 | 388 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,075 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,425 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,106 |
| 2020-2029 | 794 |
Fun facts
- Reagan stems from the Irish name Riagán, historically associated with the O'Regan clan of Ireland.
- The name gained broader public awareness as a given name following the presidency of Ronald Reagan.