"son of the fiery one"
Origin: Irish Gaelic
Language: Irish
Keagan
Pronunciation: [ k-EEG-uhn ]
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"descendant of Aodh (fire)"
Origin: Irish
Language: English
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The Story of Keagan
Keagan is an anglicized variant spelling of Keegan, which derives from the Irish surname Mac Aodhagáin, meaning 'son of Aodhagán.' Aodhagán is a diminutive of Aodh, the Irish god of fire in Celtic mythology, whose name means 'fire' or 'fiery one.' The Mac Aodhagáin clan were hereditary judges (brehons) in medieval Connacht, making Keegan/Keagan a name with both spiritual and legal heritage.
Keagan and its variants (Keegan, Kegan) rose in popularity in the United States from the 1990s through the 2010s as Irish-heritage names became fashionable. The -an/-en sound ending proved particularly popular in American boys' names during this period.
The Irish god Aodh (fire) was associated with summer, the sun, and the sacred flame. Names derived from Aodh carry this connection to elemental power. The Mac Aodhagáin family's role as hereditary brehon judges also gives Keagan associations with law, wisdom, and tradition.
Historical Record
Keagan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1977.
Over 8,674 babies have been named Keagan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Keagan is past its peak , currently ranked #1,617 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The Irish god Aodh gives his name not only to Keegan but also to Hugh in English translation
- The Mac Aodhagáin clan were hereditary judges who served the royal families of Connacht for centuries
- Keegan is also a surname common in Ireland
Keagan in Other Languages
Irish
Aodhagán
Welsh
Aodh
Scottish Gaelic
Aodh
Popularity Over Time
#1,617
Current Rank
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Peaked 2008
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,617
- Total SSA Count
- 105
- Cultural Origins
- Irish American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Keag
Keg
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Frequently Asked Questions About Keagan
What does the name Keagan mean?
"son of the fiery one" (from Irish Gaelic). "descendant of Aodh (fire)" (from Irish). Keagan is an anglicized variant spelling of Keegan, which derives from the Irish surname Mac Aodhagáin, meaning 'son of Aodhagán.' Aodhagán is a diminutive of Aodh, the Irish god of fire in Celtic mythology, whose name means 'fire' or 'fiery one.' The Mac Aodhagáin clan were hereditary judges (brehons) in medieval Connacht, making Keegan/Keagan a name with both spiritual and legal heritage.
What is the origin of the name Keagan?
Keagan has Irish Gaelic, Irish, American, and English origins. In Irish Gaelic, it means "son of the fiery one". In Irish, it means "descendant of Aodh (fire)".
Is Keagan a boy or girl name?
Keagan is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1617. As a girl name, it is ranked #4099. 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 #1617 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Keagan?
Common nicknames for Keagan include Keag and Keg.
What are good middle names for Keagan?
Popular middle name pairings include Keagan James, Keagan Michael, Keagan Patrick, Keagan Ryan, Keagan Sean, Keagan Cole, and Keagan Grant.
What are good sibling names for Keagan?
Names that pair well with Keagan as siblings include Teagan, Aidan, Riley, Cormac, Liam, Delaney, and Sienna.
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 #1617 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Keagan
Keagan is a boy name with Irish, American, and English origins . The name means "son of the fiery one" in Irish Gaelic .
Is Keagan a boy or girl name? Keagan is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,617 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #4,099. Keagan is more commonly used as a boy name.
Keagan is currently ranked #1,617 in popularity for boy 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 Keag and Keg. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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