Brogan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Brogan is an Irish name meaning 'shoe' or 'boot,' derived from the Gaelic term 'brog.' It has evolved from its original form 'O'Brogan' to the modern name we see today. The name is associated with traits of strength and cultural pride, and it does not have biblical relevance.
The name Brogan is most popular in Oregon, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Brogan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Brogan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2650th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1075th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1607th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4236th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5888th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7419th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Brogan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Brogan"
Pronunciation
/ˈbroʊɡən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Brogan is derived from the Irish surname 'O'Brogan,' which means 'descendant of Brogan.' The name Brogan itself is derived from the Gaelic word 'brog' meaning 'shoe' or 'boot.'
Meaning
shoe, boot
Language Evolution
O'Brogan (Irish), Brogan (modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Brogan gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Ireland and among those of Irish descent in other countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Brogan, Brog, Broggy
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Brogan is perceived as a strong and traditional name with Irish roots, often associated with resilience and cultural heritage.
Famous People
Brogan O'Neill (Irish footballer), Brogan Kelly (Irish actor)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Brogan"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Brogan"
"Brogan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2650th of 16616 | 371 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1075th of 24088 | 2,514 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1607th of 23106 | 1,239 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4236th of 27321 | 351 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5888th of 35406 | 332 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7419th of 30306 | 184 |
Regional Popularity of "Brogan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
54.38% 2004th/3685 |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
47.06% 2973rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
15.36% 704th/4582 |
28.20% 1456th/5164 |
20.36% 1489th/7313 |
14.44% 1078th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
26.41% 1052nd/3984 |
42.17% 1892nd/4487 |
29.71% 2027th/6822 |
31.34% 1967th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Brogan" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
85.07% 3135th/3685 |
- | - |
77.38% 4888th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Brogan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Brogan" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.