Megan

Megan is a common female first name of Welsh origin, derived from the name Margaret, which means "pearl." It is often used in English-speaking countries.

Etymology

The name Megan is of Welsh origin and is a diminutive form of the name Margaret. The name Margaret is derived from the Greek word "margarites," which means "pearl." The Welsh form of Margaret is "Megan," which is often used as a standalone name in English-speaking countries.

Popularity

The name Megan gained popularity in the United States in the mid-20th century and reached its peak in the 1990s. It has since declined in popularity but remains a commonly used name.

Notable people named Megan

There are many notable people named Megan, including actresses Megan Fox and Megan Mullally, and athletes Megan Rapinoe and Megan Young.

In popular culture

The name Megan has been used for characters in various films and television shows, including "Megan Draper" in the television series Mad Men and "Megan Parker" in the television series Drake & Josh.

See also

• Margaret (name)
• List of most popular given names

References

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