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Reigan

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Pronounced RAY-gun /ˈreɪ.ɡən/Medium

Meaning: A modern respelling of Reagan, from the Irish surname O Riagain, often glossed 'little king' or tied to a personal name of uncertain sense. The -eig- spelling here is recent and borrows the look of 'reign'; routes are uncertain, which we note.Low

In 30 seconds: A modern spin on Reagan: Reigan carries an Irish surname's echo, with a nod to 'reign' (said 'RAY-gun'). Routes are uncertain, which we note.
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Origin LowIrish, English
MeaningA modern respelling of Reagan, from the Irish surname O Riagain, often glossed 'little king' or tied to a personal name of uncertain sense. The -eig- spelling here is recent and borrows the look of 'reign'; routes are uncertain, which we note.
U.S. rank (2024)#14854 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2016
Total births (all-time)≈ 305

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201619962024

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

Reigan is a modern American respelling of Reagan, itself from the Irish surname O Riagain, commonly glossed 'little king' though the root is not fully settled. Reagan grew popular as a girls' name in recent decades, and inventive spellings followed. The routes are uncertain, which we note (said 'RAY-gun').

It appears only rarely in the U.S. beside the plainer Reagan. Rare, modern, and surname-style.

Did you know? Behind Reigan sits Reagan, from the Irish surname O Riagain — often read as 'little king.' This spelling leans into the look of 'reign,' which we note (said 'RAY-gun').
Overall data confidence 34%
References — Reigan — Respelling of Reagan; Irish surname O Riagain

Variations

ReaganRaeganRegan

Nicknames

RaeReggie

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Reigan mean?

Reigan is a modern spelling of Reagan, from the Irish surname O Riagain, often glossed 'little king.' Routes are uncertain, which we note.

How do you pronounce Reigan?

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

Is Reigan a boy or girl name?

Reigan is used mostly as a girl's name, though Reagan is used for both.

How popular is Reigan?

Reigan is a rare name in the U.S., far behind the plainer Reagan.

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