Keagen Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Keagen is an Irish name derived from 'Mac Éicin', meaning 'descendant of Éicin', with linguistic roots tracing back to traditional Irish naming conventions. The name evolved from Mac Éicin to Keegan and finally to Keagen. Its traits include a modern appeal and connection to Irish culture. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Keagen"
Pronunciation
/ˈkiːɡən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Keagen is derived from the Irish surname 'Mac Éicin', meaning 'son of Éicin', with Éicin being a diminutive of the name 'Aodh', which means 'fire'.
Meaning
descendant of Éicin
Language Evolution
Mac Éicin, Keegan, Keagen
Historical Usage
Keagen gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variant of traditional Irish names.
Variants & Derivatives
Keegan, Kegan, Kegan
Modern Popularity & Image
Keagen is perceived as a unique and contemporary name that reflects Irish heritage.
Famous People
Keagen McCluskey (Irish actor), Keagen McGowan (Irish footballer)
📊 Keagen Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Keagen Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 90 peak births in 2008
Geographic Spread
Popular across 10 US states, with strongest presence in Iowa
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Keagen"
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 "Keagen"
"Keagen" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9016th of 16616 | 43 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2420th of 24088 | 751 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4663rd of 23106 | 253 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 24522nd of 35406 | 22 |
Regional Popularity of "Keagen" 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) |
36.29% 1663rd/4582 |
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47.20% 3452nd/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
76.51% 3048th/3984 |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
74.46% 5080th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Keagen" 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 "Keagen"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Keagen" 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 "Keagen" in the United States
The name Keagen is most popular in Iowa, 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, Keagen has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Keagen' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9016th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2420th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4663rd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24522nd out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Keagen' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.