Reaghan
About Reaghan
Reaghan is a feminine name of Irish and Gaelic origin, representing a modern variant spelling of Reagan. The name derives from the Irish surname Ó Ríagáin, meaning 'descendant of Riagán,' with the personal name element possibly meaning 'little king' or 'royal.' This alternative spelling with 'gh' emerged primarily in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, giving the traditional name a more feminine appearance while maintaining its Irish roots. Reaghan gained modest popularity in the United States during the early 2000s alongside similar names like Meaghan and Teaghan. The name carries connotations of Irish heritage, leadership, and dignity. While less common than Reagan, the Reaghan spelling appeals to parents seeking a recognizable yet distinctive name with Celtic connections.
Pronounced RAY-gan.
As of October 2026, Reaghan ranked #9331 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2624 in 2008.
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Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,407 | 47 | 26.3 |
| 2015 | #3,970 | 38 | 21.3 |
| 2016 | #3,457 | 46 | 26 |
| 2017 | #4,466 | 32 | 18.5 |
| 2018 | #4,128 | 35 | 20.6 |
| 2019 | #3,899 | 38 | 22.6 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |