Eagan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Eagan is an Irish name that means 'little fire', originating from the diminutive form of 'Aodh'. Its historical path includes transformations from 'Aodh' to 'Aodhagán' and finally to 'Eagan'. The name is often associated with strength and cultural significance, and it has no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Eagan"
Pronunciation
/ˈiːɡən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Eagan is derived from the Irish name 'Aodhagán', which is a diminutive form of 'Aodh', meaning 'fire'.
Meaning
little fire
Language Evolution
Aodh, Aodhagán, Eagan
Historical Usage
Eagan gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly among Irish-American communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Aidan, Eoghan, Eagan
Modern Popularity & Image
Eagan is viewed as a modern and unique name, often associated with strong cultural roots and heritage.
Famous People
Eagan O'Rourke, a notable Irish poet, Eagan McNerney, a contemporary artist
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✨ Eagan Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 31 peak births in 2022
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 2 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Eagan"
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 "Eagan"
"Eagan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5564th of 24088 | 223 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5257th of 23106 | 212 |
Regional Popularity of "Eagan" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
- | - |
Regional Popularity of "Eagan" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Eagan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Eagan" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Eagan" in the United States
The name Eagan is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Eagan has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Eagan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5564th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5257th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Eagan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.