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Raygan

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Pronounced RAY-gun /ˈreɪ.ɡən/High

Meaning: A phonetic respelling of Reagan, an anglicized Irish surname (O Riagain) meaning 'little ruler; little king.' Strong and surname-style.Low

In 30 seconds: A bold surname pick: Raygan respells Reagan, 'little ruler' (said 'RAY-gun'). Strong and modern.
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Origin MediumIrish
MeaningA phonetic respelling of Reagan, an anglicized Irish surname (O Riagain) meaning 'little ruler; little king.' Strong and surname-style.
U.S. rank (2024)#17089 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2008
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,037

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200819742024

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

Raygan respells Reagan, an anglicized Irish surname (O Riagain), 'little ruler.' It reads strong and modern - rare in this spelling (said 'RAY-gun').

It appears only rarely against the common Reagan. Rare, strong, and surname-style.

Did you know? Raygan is a phonetic spelling of Reagan - an Irish surname meaning 'little ruler; little king' - turned popular girls' name (said 'RAY-gun').
Overall data confidence 42%
References - Raygan — Reagan/O Riagain respelling; 'little ruler'

Variations

ReaganRaeganRagan

Nicknames

RayGigi

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Raygan mean?

Raygan is a respelling of Reagan, an Irish surname meaning 'little ruler; little king.'

How do you pronounce Raygan?

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

Is Raygan a boy or girl name?

Raygan is a girl's name.

How popular is Raygan?

Raygan is a rare name in the U.S.

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