US Popularity:1343
Origin:Welsh
Meaning:Pearl
Plenty of celebrities have a personal connection to this pearl of a name. The appellation is an offshoot of the Welsh Meg, which comes from Margaret, which comes from the Hebrew word for “pearl.” A classic jewel that lends itself to an air of opulence, grace, and elegance, what little princess wouldn’t want this meaning behind her name? Many celebrities bear variations of the name, including none other than Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex, a royal and icon that can inspire any young girl to go after her dreams.

Megan Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Megan is currently #2257 on The Bump
Girl:Megan is currently #987 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Megan is currently #1343 in U.S. births
Girl:Megan is currently #509 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#1343
in 2023
+ 49
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data

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