Megan
Girl name · 9,527 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Megan: 9,527 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 679 births in 1998.
Megan originated as a Welsh diminutive of Margaret, ultimately from the Greek margarites, meaning “pearl.” This charming name found modern fame through actress Megan Fox, rapper Megan Thee Stallion, and Megan Markle, Duchess of Sussex, whose international profile gave the name fresh recognition. While no major place bears the name directly, the root Margaret appears in countless locations worldwide, such as St Margaret’s Hope in Orkney and the Margaret River in Australia. In Scotland, Megan has been a consistently popular choice since the 1970s, boosted by its Welsh heritage and the appeal of a short, feminine yet strong sound. A common variant is Meghan, famously used by the Duchess of Sussex, reflecting the name’s enduring adaptability across English-speaking cultures.
Girl 50 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 1998679 babies
- Latest (2024)
- #3848 babies
- Total births
- 9,527since 1974
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 76%vs prior 5y