Girl
Meghan
pearl
About Meghan
Professional and polished, this name carries an air of competence and reliability. The spelling variation adds a touch of distinction while maintaining the name's familiar, comfortable feel. It's a name that transitions seamlessly from childhood through adulthood, never feeling out of place at any age or in any context. The strong consonants give it substance, while the overall sound remains approachable and friendly. It has been chosen by people across various cultures and backgrounds, demonstrating its wide appeal and adaptability. The name suggests someone grounded and capable, traits that serve well in all areas of life. Its established presence in society means it's recognized without being overly common.
Popularity of the Name Meghan
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | #996 | ||||
| 1967 | #939 | ||||
| 1968 | #856 | ||||
| 1969 | #656 | ||||
| 1970 | #516 | ||||
| 1971 | #530 | ||||
| 1972 | #436 | ||||
| 1973 | #399 | ||||
| 1974 | #355 | ||||
| 1975 | #292 | ||||
| 1976 | #270 | ||||
| 1977 | #216 | ||||
| 1978 | #164 | ||||
| 1979 | #121 | ||||
| 1980 | #114 | ||||
| 1981 | #116 | ||||
| 1982 | #110 | ||||
| 1983 | #75 | ||||
| 1984 | #65 | ||||
| 1985 | #63 | #571 | |||
| 1986 | #71 | #450 | |||
| 1987 | #78 | #354 | |||
| 1988 | #81 | #322 | |||
| 1989 | #80 | #208 | |||
| 1990 | #91 | #420 | #313 | ||
| 1991 | #94 | #169 | #77 | ||
| 1992 | #91 | #333 | #162 | #74 | |
| 1993 | #93 | #298 | #182 | #90 | |
| 1994 | #100 | #406 | #152 | #94 | |
| 1995 | #112 | #201 | #81 | ||
| 1996 | #113 | #286 | #184 | #108 | |
| 1997 | #113 | #236 | #334 | #174 | #91 |
| 1998 | #121 | #201 | #296 | #190 | #88 |
| 1999 | #127 | #211 | #311 | #162 | #88 |
| 2000 | #134 | #242 | #339 | #220 | #90 |
| 2001 | #159 | #265 | #329 | #232 | #106 |
| 2002 | #174 | #299 | #285 | #103 | |
| 2003 | #194 | #352 | #325 | #124 | |
| 2004 | #217 | #389 | #400 | #126 | |
| 2005 | #271 | #406 | #339 | #189 | |
| 2006 | #322 | #537 | #299 | #190 | |
| 2007 | #373 | #577 | #366 | #221 | |
| 2008 | #455 | #478 | #357 | #271 | |
| 2009 | #494 | #566 | #566 | #295 | |
| 2010 | #566 | #622 | #465 | #347 | |
| 2011 | #736 | #591 | #459 | #531 | |
| 2012 | #883 | #669 | #460 | #604 | |
| 2018 | #708 | #408 | #243 | #400 | |
| 2019 | #735 | #606 | #384 | #524 | |
| 2020 | #880 | #661 | #260 | #617 | |
| 2021 | #989 | #607 | #982 | ||
| 2013 | #961 | #569 | #547 | ||
| 2014 | #971 | #835 | |||
| 2015 | #685 | #563 | #701 | ||
| 2016 | #749 | #439 | #855 | ||
| 2017 | #614 | #311 | #736 | ||
| 2022 | #597 | #945 | |||
| 2023 | #589 | ||||
| 2025 | #988 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Meghan
Names Similar to Meghan
Nicknames for Meghan
- Meg
- Meggie
- Megs
- Maggie
- Megan
Famous People Named Meghan
| Meghan Markle | Duchess of Sussex and former actress |
| Meghan Trainor | American singer-songwriter |
| Meghan Ory | Canadian actress |
| Meghan McCain | American television personality |
| Meghan Klingenberg | American soccer player |
| Meghan Agosta | Canadian ice hockey player |
| Meghan Hughes | YouTuber and social media influencer |
| Meghan Duggan | American ice hockey player |
| Meghan Jadhav | Indian television actress |
| Meghan Rienks | American actress and internet personality |
| Meghan King Edmonds | American reality TV star |
| Meghan Linsey | American singer-songwriter |
| Meghan Boledovich | Canadian rugby player |
| Meghan Austin | Canadian basketball player |
| Meghan Beesley | British athlete |
| Meghan Musnicki | American rower and Olympic gold medalist |
| Meghan Rutledge | Australian motocross rider |
| Meghan Vogel | American track and field athlete |
| Meghan Agosta-Marciano | Canadian ice hockey player and Olympic gold medalist |
| Meghan Simmonds | Canadian volleyball player |
Characters Named Meghan
| Meghan Chase | The protagonist of "The Iron Fey" series by Julie Kagawa |
| Meghan Doyle | A character from the TV series "Castle" |
| Meghan Orlovsky | A character from the film "She's Out of My League" |
| Meghan O'Connell | A character from the TV series "Mad Men" |
| Meghan Flanagan | A character from the film "Marrying Father Christmas" |
| Meghan Rotundi | A character from the film "Thirteen" |
| Meghan Andrews | A character from the TV series "Grey's Anatomy" |
| Meghan Chambler | A character from the TV series "The Walking Dead" |
| Meghan Poe | A character from the film "Something Borrowed" |
| Meghan Ramsey | A character from the film "Sleeping with Other People" |
| Meghan Weller | A character from the TV series "Blindspot" |
| Meghan Cavanaugh | A character from the film "Curse of Chucky" |
| Meghan Green | A character from the TV series "Secret Diary of a Call Girl" |