Meghann Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Meghann is an Irish name that means 'servant of Mary.' It evolved from the original Irish form 'Maolmhuire' to 'Meaghan' and eventually to 'Meghann.' The name is associated with modern popularity and carries a pleasant, contemporary image while having roots in biblical significance. Notable individuals with this name include Meghann Fahy and Meghann McCarthy.
The name Meghann is most popular in Michigan, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest region. 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, Meghann has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Meghann' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1633rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1093rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5957th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Meghann' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Meghann"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɛɡən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Meghann is derived from the Irish name 'Meaghan,' which is a diminutive of 'Maolmhuire,' meaning 'servant of Mary.'
Meaning
servant of Mary
Language Evolution
Maolmhuire, Meaghan, Meghann
Historical Usage
Meghann gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern variant of traditional Irish names.
Variants & Derivatives
Meaghan, Megan, Meg
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Meghann is viewed as a unique and contemporary name, appealing to those who appreciate Irish heritage.
Famous People
Meghann Fahy, Meghann McCarthy
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Meghann"
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 "Meghann"
"Meghann" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1633rd of 19264 | 956 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1093rd of 27321 | 2,504 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5957th of 35406 | 328 |
Regional Popularity of "Meghann" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Meghann" 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) |
36.36% 1068th/2937 |
31.55% 1099th/3483 |
44.17% 1554th/3518 |
34.55% 1397th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
23.31% 859th/3685 |
24.76% 1108th/4475 |
25.18% 1308th/5194 |
19.53% 1234th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
82.91% 3799th/4582 |
- | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Meghann"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Meghann" 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.