All about the name

Meghan

Male

« Meghan is an Irish feminine given name meaning "son of the peaceful" or "son of the pleasant". »

#11875 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Meghan is a feminine given name of English origin. It is derived from the Irish surname "Ó Méighn" or "Ó Miadhacháin," which means "son of the peaceful" or "son of the pleasant." Over time, this surname has evolved into a given name for females. The name Meghan gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the late 20th century. It first appeared on the Social Security Administration's list of most popular baby girl names in the United States in 1984, reaching its peak popularity in 1987 at number 365. Today, it continues to be a widely recognized and used name throughout many English-speaking countries. One notable figure associated with the name Meghan is Meghan Markle, an American actress who became a member of the British royal family following her marriage to Prince Harry in 2018. Despite this recent connection, the popularity of the name Meghan predates her public life and has been used consistently over several decades. In summary, Meghan is a feminine given name of Irish origin that means "son of the peaceful" or "son of the pleasant." It gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the late 20th century and remains widely recognized today. Although it is most famously associated with Meghan Markle, its usage as a female given name has been consistent for many years.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Meghan since 1880

Total births
227
Total since 1880
Peak year
1984
22 births
in 2004
8
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years