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Meghan

Pronunciation: [ m-EHG-uhn ]

Boy Name #11,650 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Meghan is a boy name, recorded for 8 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced m-EHG-uhn.

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

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#11,650
Total SSA Count
8

Nicknames

Meg Mey Megie Meghie

Also a Girl Name

Meghan is also used as a girl name, ranked #1444.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Meghan

Is Meghan a boy or girl name?
Meghan is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #11650. As a girl name, it is ranked #1444. Meghan is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Meghan?
Meghan is pronounced m-EHG-uhn.
How popular is the name Meghan?
Meghan is currently ranked #11650 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Meghan?
Common nicknames for Meghan include Meg, Mey, Megie, and Meghie.
Is Meghan a common or rare name?
Meghan is an uncommon name, ranked #11650 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Meghan

Meghan is a boy name .

Is Meghan a boy or girl name? Meghan is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #11,650 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #1,444. Meghan is more commonly used as a girl name.

Meghan is currently ranked #11,650 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

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

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