"little ruler, impulsive one"
Origin: Irish Gaelic
Language: English
Raegan
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Meaning & Origin
"descendant of Riagan"
Origin: Irish Gaelic
Language: Irish
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- Spelling variant closely associated with President Ronald Reagan — a political name choice for some families
The Story of Raegan
Raegan is an alternate spelling of Reagan, an Anglicization of the Irish surname O Riagain, meaning descendant of Riagan, where Riagan means little ruler or impulsive one. Originally a purely Irish family name, Reagan transitioned to a given name in the US in the late 20th century. The Raegan spelling, with the ae combination, gives it a distinctive look while maintaining the familiar RAY-gun pronunciation.
Raegan has grown in the 2000s and 2010s as a spelling variant that allows parents to honor the Reagan name tradition while creating a more distinctively spelled version. It appeals to parents who want a strong, surname-style name for their daughter.
In Ireland, the underlying Reagan name is associated with County Tipperary and County Meath. In America, all Reagan/Raegan spellings carry political resonance from the Reagan presidency era (1981-1989). The name appears in Shakespeare's King Lear (as Regan).
Historical Record
Raegan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1963.
Over 24,621 babies have been named Raegan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Raegan is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #458 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Reagan is one of the few Irish surnames more popular for girls than boys as a first name in the US
- The name Regan appears in Shakespeare's King Lear as one of the king's daughters
Raegan in Other Languages
Irish
O Riagain
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Reagan
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Reagan
Popularity Over Time
#458
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Ronald Reagan
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1911
40th US President (1981-1989), former actor, and conservative political icon
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Regan Fictional
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One of King Lear's three daughters in Shakespeare's tragedy, known for her cruelty toward her father
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #458
- Total SSA Count
- 682
- Cultural Origins
- Irish American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Rae
Rae-Rae
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Frequently Asked Questions About Raegan
What does the name Raegan mean?
"little ruler, impulsive one" (from Irish Gaelic). "descendant of Riagan" (from Irish Gaelic). Raegan is an alternate spelling of Reagan, an Anglicization of the Irish surname O Riagain, meaning descendant of Riagan, where Riagan means little ruler or impulsive one. Originally a purely Irish family name, Reagan transitioned to a given name in the US in the late 20th century. The Raegan spelling, with the ae combination, gives it a distinctive look while maintaining the familiar RAY-gun pronunciation.
What is the origin of the name Raegan?
Raegan has Irish Gaelic, Irish, American, and English origins. In Irish Gaelic, it means "little ruler, impulsive one". In Irish Gaelic, it means "descendant of Riagan".
Is Raegan a boy or girl name?
Raegan is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #458. As a boy name, it is ranked #7451. Raegan is more commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Raegan?
Raegan is currently ranked #458 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Raegan?
Common nicknames for Raegan include Rae and Rae-Rae.
What are good middle names for Raegan?
Popular middle name pairings include Raegan Grace, Raegan Mae, Raegan Elizabeth, Raegan Claire, Raegan Ann, Raegan Kate, and Raegan Joy.
What are good sibling names for Raegan?
Names that pair well with Raegan as siblings include Riley, Finley, Kennedy, Quinn, Sloane, Brady, and Teagan.
How many syllables does Raegan have?
Raegan has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Raegan a common or rare name?
Raegan is a popular name, ranked #458 for girls. It is well-known without being overused.
About the Name Raegan
Raegan is a girl name with Irish, American, and English origins . The name means "little ruler, impulsive one" in Irish Gaelic .
Is Raegan a boy or girl name? Raegan is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #458 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #7,451. Raegan is more commonly used as a girl name.
Raegan is currently ranked #458 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Raegan has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Raegan include Rae and Rae-Rae. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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