Meghan
m(e)-ghan
US Popularity:3499
Origin:Welsh
Other Origin(s):Greek
Meaning:pearl
Meghan is an Irish-inspired spelling of the Welsh girl’s name Megan, meaning “pearl,” and stemming from the Greek margarī́tēs. Since pearls are both rare and precious, this is a particularly flattering name for baby. A fashionable choice throughout Wales, the UK, Ireland, Sweden, and Denmark, Meghan has numerous variants and diminutives, including Meagan, Megyn, and Meg. The spelling with the “h” is perhaps most associated with Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex and wife of Prince Harry.
How Popular Is The Name Meghan?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Meghan is currently #1591 on The Bump
Girl:Meghan is currently #1128 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Meghan is currently #3499 in U.S. births
Girl:Meghan is currently #1906 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2025
#1906
in 2025
- 460
from 2024
Sources
Name Doctor, Meghan
Behind the Name, Meghan, January 2022
Behind the Name, Megan, February 2019
WordSense Dictionary, Meghan
Behind the Name, Margaret, May 2020
IMDb, Meghan Markle
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