Girl Name · Greek Origin
Megan
Parents drawn to Megan usually describe the same thing — it just feels settled. Etymologically, Megan traces back to a root meaning "Pearl", giving it a quiet narrative spine that meaningful names always carry. Megan's Greek origins mean it carries pronunciation and feel from a deep historical well, not from a recent invention. In our editorial review, Megan ranked highly on cross-cultural recognizability, an underrated factor for families with multilingual surnames.
Popularity-wise, Megan lives in the top 250 on the latest SSA charts — a popular pick that still feels personal. Recent SSA reporting shows usage holding firm rather than chasing a trend, a pattern parents looking for longevity tend to value highly. The rhythm is easy — short on syllables but full on character — and it sits comfortably next to most family surnames. If Meghan is already on your list, Megan belongs in the same conversation; the sections below dig into pronunciation, nicknames, and sibling fits.
Megan meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Pearl
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Megan to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Megan as M·E·G·A·N, with 5 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Megan is a popular favorite that still feels personal in the Top 250 tier.
Megan variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Megana, Megane, Megany, Mega.
- Nicknames: Meg and M.
- Middle names: Pair Megan with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Megan middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Meghan, Meagan, Meegan, Maegan, Mason — full picks on the sibling names for Megan guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Megan? Browse our names like Megan guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Megan
What does the name Megan mean?
Megan means "Pearl" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Megan?
Megan originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Megan?
Megan has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Megan a boy's or girl's name?
Megan is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Megan in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Megan sits in the Top 250 tier — a popular favorite that still feels personal.
What names are similar to Megan?
Names that share Megan's sound and style include Meghan, Meagan, Meegan, Maegan, Mason.
What middle names pair well with Megan?
Good middle-name fits for Megan pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Megan is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Megan is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Megan?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Megan share its rhythm without rhyming — Meghan, Meagan, Meegan all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.