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Raegan

♂ Boy

Pronounced RAY-gan /ˈreɪ.ɡən/High

Meaning: A spelling of Reagan — from the Irish surname O Riagain, 'descendant of Riagan; little ruler/king; impulsive'; used for both sexes; here for boysLow

In 30 seconds: Little ruler; descendant of Riagan: Raegan spells Reagan. Crisp, modern, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for boys).
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Origin LowIrish
MeaningA spelling of Reagan — from the Irish surname O Riagain, 'descendant of Riagan; little ruler/king; impulsive'; used for both sexes; here for boys
U.S. rank (2025)#13426 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2018
Total births (all-time)≈ 278

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201819562025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Raegan is a spelling of Reagan — from the Irish surname O Riagain, 'descendant of Riagan; little ruler/king; impulsive' (President Ronald Reagan). Used for both sexes, here for a boy (slug distinguished; said 'RAY-gan').

In the U.S. it appears for both sexes. Rare in this form, little-ruler at the root, and modern.

Did you know? Reagan comes from the Irish surname O Riagain, 'descendant of Riagan; little ruler/king' — Raegan is a spelling, crisp and modern, used for both sexes (here for boys; said 'RAY-gan').
Overall data confidence 40%
References — Reagan — unisex; surname

Variations

ReaganReganRaygan

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Raegan mean?

Raegan spells Reagan — Irish 'descendant of Riagan; little ruler/king'; used for both sexes; here for a boy.

How do you pronounce Raegan?

It's said RAY-gan /ˈreɪ.ɡən/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Raegan a boy or girl name?

Raegan is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a boy's name.

How popular is Raegan?

Raegan is a rare boys' spelling in the U.S.

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