Cagan
Pronunciation: [ k-AYG-uhn ]
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Cagan first appeared in US Social Security records in 2002.
Over 11 babies have been named Cagan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cagan is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #26,690 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #26,690
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Cagan
Cagan is a boy name .
Cagan is currently ranked #26,690 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Cagan include Cag, Cay, Caie, and Cagkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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