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Raigen

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Pronounced RAY-gun /ˈreɪ.ɡən/High

Meaning: A spelling of Reagan/Raegan — from the Irish O Riagain, 'a descendant of Riagan (the little ruler/king; impulsive)'; used for both sexes; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: A little ruler: Raigen spells Reagan. Crisp, modern, and warm. Used for both sexes; routes layered.
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Origin LowIrish
MeaningA spelling of Reagan/Raegan — from the Irish O Riagain, 'a descendant of Riagan (the little ruler/king; impulsive)'; used for both sexes; routes layered
U.S. rank (2024)#10067 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births10 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2009
Total births (all-time)≈ 350

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200919972024

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

Raigen is a spelling of Reagan/Raegan — from the Irish O Riagain, 'a descendant of Riagan (the little ruler/king; impulsive)'; used for both sexes (routes layered, which we note). A crisp, modern name (here for a girl; slug distinguished; said 'RAY-gun').

In the U.S. it appears as a spelling of the popular Reagan, mostly for girls. Rare in this spelling, a-little-ruler at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Reagan is 'a descendant of Riagan (the little ruler)' in Irish — Raigen is a spelling, crisp and modern, used for both sexes (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'RAY-gun').
Overall data confidence 30%
References — Reagan — Irish; unisex; routes layered

Variations

ReaganRaeganRegan

Nicknames

Rae

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Raigen mean?

Raigen spells Reagan — Irish 'a descendant of Riagan (the little ruler)'; used for both sexes; here for a girl. The routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Raigen?

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

Is Raigen a boy or girl name?

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

How popular is Raigen?

Raigen is a very rare spelling in the U.S.

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