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Reaghan

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Pronounced RAY-gun /ˈreɪ.ɡən/Medium

Meaning: Reaghan is a modern spelling of Reagan, an Irish surname from O Riagain, linked to 'little ruler; impulsive.' Unisex and surname-style; used here for a girl.Low

In 30 seconds: An Irish surname name: Reaghan reworks Reagan, 'little ruler' (said 'RAY-gun'). Unisex and strong.
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Origin MediumIrish
MeaningReaghan is a modern spelling of Reagan, an Irish surname from O Riagain, linked to 'little ruler; impulsive.' Unisex and surname-style; used here for a girl.
U.S. rank (2024)#11889 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births8 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2008
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,105

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200819912024

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

Reaghan is a modern spelling of Reagan, an Irish surname from O Riagain, tied to 'little ruler.' It reads as a strong, unisex surname pick, rare in this spelling and used here for a girl (said 'RAY-gun').

In the U.S. it appears rarely in this spelling; Reagan is more common. Rare, unisex, and surname-style.

Did you know? Reaghan is a modern spelling of Reagan, an Irish surname (O Riagain) linked to 'little ruler; descendant of Riagan.' It reads as a unisex surname name, used here for a girl (said 'RAY-gun').
Overall data confidence 40%
References — Reaghan — Spelling of Reagan; Irish O Riagain; unisex

Variations

ReaganReganRaegan

Nicknames

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Reaghan mean?

Reaghan is a modern spelling of Reagan, an Irish surname linked to 'little ruler; descendant of Riagan.'

How do you pronounce Reaghan?

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

Is Reaghan a boy or girl name?

Reaghan is unisex; used here for a girl.

How popular is Reaghan?

Reaghan is rare in this spelling; Reagan is more common.

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