NAME PROFILE
Meghan
Meghan is a Welsh name derived from the name Margaret, meaning 'pearl'. The name conveys a sense of beauty and value, often associated with someone who has a warm and nurturing personality.
Key Stats
| Total births | 96,727 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1985 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1959 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | English, Irish, Scottish |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 21%NY — 21%PA — 20%NJ — 20%MA — 18%
Notable People
Meghan Markle (Duchess of Sussex) · Meghan Trainor (Singer, *All About That Bass*) · Meghan McCain (Political commentator) · Meghan Ory (Actress, *Once Upon a Time*) · Meghan Larsson (Professional Footballer)
Nicknames & Diminutives
MegMegs
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