Keegan vs Jayson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keegan

Boy #595 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Egan, little fire"

Origin: Irish Gaelic (Mac Aodhagáin)

Cultural Roots

Irish American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#595
Total SSA Count
482
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Keegan Rank #595
Jayson Rank #623

Keegan is more popular, ranked #595 vs #623 for Jayson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keegan or Jayson more popular?

Keegan is more popular, ranked #595 compared to Jayson at #623 in the United States.

What do Keegan and Jayson mean?

Keegan means "son of Egan, little fire" (Irish Gaelic (Mac Aodhagáin) origin). Jayson means "to heal (from iasthai)" (Greek origin).

Are Keegan and Jayson boy or girl names?

Keegan is primarily a boy name. Jayson is primarily a boy name.

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