MEGHAN
The meaning of the unisex name Meghan is PEARL
Details on MEGHAN:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Pearl
- Popularity for Girl:
- 2,730th in the USA (top 10%)
- Popularity for Boy:
- 20,282nd in the USA (bottom 15%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
152 births
MEGHAN as a GIRL in 2024
8 births
MEGHAN as a BOY in 2004
The meaning(s) of MEGHAN:
The name Meghan is a Greek baby name. In Greek the meaning of the name Meghan is: Pearl.
The name Meghan is an Irish baby name. In Irish the meaning of the name Meghan is: Pearl.
The name Meghan is a Welsh baby name. In Welsh the meaning of the name Meghan is: Pearl.
The name Meghan is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Meghan is: Pearl.
The name Meghan is an Anglo-Saxon baby name. In Anglo-Saxon the meaning of the name Meghan is: Strong and capable.
USA SSA birth(s) for MEGHAN:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name MEGHAN
MEGHAN as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 152 births |
| 2023 | 206 births |
| 2022 | 219 births |
| 2021 | 262 births |
| 2020 | 304 births |
| 2019 | 385 births |
| 2018 | 412 births |
| 2017 | 162 births |
| 2016 | 201 births |
| 2015 | 241 births |
| 2014 | 214 births |
| 2013 | 230 births |
| 2012 | 301 births |
| 2011 | 375 births |
| 2010 | 516 births |
| 2009 | 621 births |
MEGHAN as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 8 births |
| 2001 | 6 births |
| 1995 | 7 births |
| 1994 | 7 births |
| 1990 | 13 births |
| 1989 | 18 births |
| 1988 | 10 births |
| 1987 | 21 births |
| 1986 | 16 births |
| 1985 | 13 births |
| 1984 | 22 births |
| 1983 | 15 births |
| 1982 | 9 births |
| 1981 | 10 births |
| 1980 | 13 births |
| 1979 | 9 births |
About the name MEGHAN
Meghan, a name that dances gracefully through the tapestry of history, is of Welsh origin, deriving from the word “madrigal,” which means “little pearl.” This name evokes images of beauty and rarity, symbolizing a cherished treasure in the hearts of those who bear it. Commonly found in English-speaking countries, including the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada, Meghan carries with it a sense of warmth and familiarity, often associated with kindness and resilience. In recent years, it has gained international recognition, thanks in part to its royal associations, most notably with Meghan Markle, whose grace and poise have brought the name into the spotlight. With its soft consonants and melodic cadence, Meghan embodies a gentle strength, making it an ideal choice for parents seeking a name that is both timeless and modern, rich with cultural significance and the promise of a bright future.
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