Megan

Pronunciation: [ m-AYG-uhn ]

Boy Name #16,696 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Megan is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced m-AYG-uhn.

Parents who love the name Megan often also consider Meta, Melissa, Melvina .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #16,696
Total SSA Count: 6

Nicknames

Meg Mey Megie

Also a Girl Name

Megan is also used as a girl name, ranked #761.

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Similar Names

Meta Melissa Melvina Meda Mertie Mellie Metta Melinda

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Frequently Asked Questions About Megan

Is Megan a boy or girl name?

Megan is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #16696. As a girl name, it is ranked #761. Megan is more commonly used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Megan?

Megan is pronounced m-AYG-uhn.

How popular is the name Megan?

Megan is currently ranked #16696 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Megan?

Common nicknames for Megan include Meg, Mey, and Megie.

Is Megan a common or rare name?

Megan is an uncommon name, ranked #16696 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Megan

Megan is a boy name .

Is Megan a boy or girl name? Megan is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #16,696 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #761. Megan is more commonly used as a girl name.

Megan is currently ranked #16,696 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Megan include Meg, Mey, and Megie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.