Gagan
Pronunciation: [ g-AYG-uhn ]
Gagan is a girl baby name. Ranked #32,254 in the US, popular nicknames include Gag and Gagie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Gagan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1989.
Over 6 babies have been named Gagan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gagan is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #32,254 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #32,254
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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Gagan is also used as a boy name, ranked #41643.
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About the Name Gagan
Gagan is a girl name .
Is Gagan a boy or girl name? Gagan is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #32,254 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #41,643. Gagan is more commonly used as a girl name.
Gagan is currently ranked #32,254 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gagan include Gag and Gagie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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