Daegan
Daegan is a boy baby name. Ranked #9,877 in the US, popular nicknames include Dae, Day, and Daeie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Daegan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1993.
Over 898 babies have been named Daegan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Daegan is past its peak , currently ranked #9,877 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #9,877
- Total SSA Count
- 9
Nicknames
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Daegan is also used as a girl name, ranked #49611.
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About the Name Daegan
Daegan is a boy name .
Is Daegan a boy or girl name? Daegan is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #9,877 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #49,611. Daegan is more commonly used as a boy name.
Daegan is currently ranked #9,877 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Daegan include Dae, Day, Daeie, and Daegie. 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)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis