"descendant of the fire god"
Origin: Irish Gaelic
Language: Irish
Keagan
Pronunciation: [ k-EEG-uhn ]
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The Story of Keagan
Keagan is a variant spelling of Keegan, an Irish surname derived from the Gaelic Mac Aodhagain, meaning son of Aodhagan (a diminutive of Aodh, the god of fire). The name ultimately traces to Aodh, the Celtic sun god, making Keagan a name rooted in fire, light, and divine energy. As a first name it became popular in Ireland and then America through the surname-to-first-name tradition.
Keegan and its variants (Keagan, Kegan) have grown as Irish heritage names gained popularity in America from the 1990s onward. The -an and -egan sound pattern is familiar and appealing to many American families seeking Irish-American identity names.
Aodh, from which Keagan derives, was a major deity in Celtic mythology associated with the sun and fire. Many Irish surnames beginning with O'Keeffe, Keegan, and McKay share this root. The name is deeply tied to Irish cultural heritage.
Historical Record
Keagan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1980.
Over 1,728 babies have been named Keagan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Keagan is past its peak , currently ranked #4,099 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Aodh, the root of Keagan, was one of the most important gods in Celtic mythology, associated with fire and the sun
- Kevin, another popular Irish name, shares the same Celtic root through the name Caoimhin
- Keegan is also a common Irish surname, carried by many Irish-American families
Keagan in Other Languages
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Irish Gaelic
Mac Aodhagain
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Popularity Over Time
#4,099
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Peaked 2007
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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1951
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #4,099
- Total SSA Count
- 36
- Cultural Origins
- Irish American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
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Kee
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Frequently Asked Questions About Keagan
What does the name Keagan mean?
"descendant of the fire god" (from Irish Gaelic). Keagan is a variant spelling of Keegan, an Irish surname derived from the Gaelic Mac Aodhagain, meaning son of Aodhagan (a diminutive of Aodh, the god of fire). The name ultimately traces to Aodh, the Celtic sun god, making Keagan a name rooted in fire, light, and divine energy. As a first name it became popular in Ireland and then America through the surname-to-first-name tradition.
What is the origin of the name Keagan?
Keagan has Irish Gaelic, Irish, American, and English origins. In Irish Gaelic, it means "descendant of the fire god".
Is Keagan a boy or girl name?
Keagan is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #4099. As a boy name, it is ranked #1617. Keagan is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Keagan?
Keagan is pronounced k-EEG-uhn.
How popular is the name Keagan?
Keagan is currently ranked #4099 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Keagan?
Common nicknames for Keagan include Kea, Kay, and Kee.
What are good middle names for Keagan?
Popular middle name pairings include Keagan Rose, Keagan Grace, Keagan Marie, Keagan Ann, Keagan Lee, Keagan Faith, and Keagan Blair.
What are good sibling names for Keagan?
Names that pair well with Keagan as siblings include Teagan, Rowan, Quinn, Finley, Declan, Brendan, and Nolan.
How many syllables does Keagan have?
Keagan has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Keagan a common or rare name?
Keagan is an uncommon name, ranked #4099 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Keagan
Keagan is a girl name with Irish, American, and English origins . The name means "descendant of the fire god" in Irish Gaelic .
Is Keagan a boy or girl name? Keagan is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #4,099 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #1,617. Keagan is more commonly used as a boy name.
Keagan is currently ranked #4,099 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Keagan has 2 syllables and is pronounced k-EEG-uhn, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Keagan include Kea, Kay, and Kee. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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