Reagan Name Meaning

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By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: In literature, Reagan is the name of one of the daughters in William Shakespeare’s play “King Lear.”

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A Deep Dive

Reagan Overview

Meaning

Little king, kingly

Gender

Girl, Gender-neutral

Origin

Irish

Etymology

Derived from the Irish surname “Ó Ríagáin,” meaning “little king.”

Pronunciation

/ˈreɪ.ɡən/

Popularity

Reagan is a contemporary and strong name, popular in the USA and other English-speaking countries. In the USA, it ranked at 108th for girls in 2023.

Syllable

2 syllables

Length

6 letters

Numerology

1 (Pioneering, Independent, Leading)

Name Styles

Modern, Cool, Edgy

Associated Traits

Ambitious, independent, spirited, charismatic

Name Day

June 10 (Ireland)
A Deep Dive

Reagan Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Regan, Raegan, Ragan, Ragen, Reaghan

Common Nicknames

Regi, Reggie, Raea, Rani, Rena

Diminutives

Rae, Rea, Reg, Renny, Rags

Famous People

  • Reagan Gomez-Preston
    (American Actress)
  • Reagan Strange
    (American Singer)
  • Reagan Pasternak
    (Canadian Actress)
  • Reagan Charleston
    (American Reality TV Star)
  • Reagan Dale Neis
    (American Actress)
  • Ronald Reagan
    (American 40th U.S. President)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Reagan Ridley
    ("Inside Job," TV Series)
  • Regan MacNeil
    ("The Exorcist," Film)
  • Reagan
    ("The Other Woman," Film)
  • Reagan
    ("New Girl," TV Series)
  • Reagan Cienfuegos
    ("The Haves and the Have Nots," TV Series)

Places

  • Reagan County
    (Texas, USA)
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
    (Virginia, USA)
  • Reagan Park
    (Indiana, USA)
  • Ronald Reagan Elementary School
    (California, USA)
  • Ronald Reagan Presidential Library
    (California, USA)

What Is the Meaning of Reagan?

Reagan means “little king” in Irish. Reagans are often perceived as natural leaders with a confident and commanding presence, exuding authority and charm.

What Is the Origin of The Name Reagan?

The name Reagan originates from Ireland, derived from the Irish surname “Ó Ríagáin,” which means “descendant of Riagán.”

Reagan Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Reagan in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#1252021#1472022#1682023
Top 3 Rankings#972012#972016#982017

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Reagan

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023168
(-21 from 2022)
1721
(-267 from 2022)
0.09839
2022147
(-22 from 2021)
1988
(-253 from 2021)
0.11087
2021125
(-11 from 2020)
2241
(-128 from 2020)
0.12509
2020114
(-12 from 2019)
2369
(-383 from 2019)
0.13402
2019102
(+5 from 2018)
2752
(-66 from 2018)
0.14998
2018107
(-9 from 2017)
2818
(-187 from 2017)
0.15153
201798
(-1 from 2016)
3005
(-91 from 2016)
0.15907
201697
(+2 from 2015)
3096
(+38 from 2015)
0.15993
201599
(+7 from 2014)
3058
(+155 from 2014)
0.15675
2014106
(-2 from 2013)
2903
(-137 from 2013)
0.14839
2013104
(-7 from 2012)
3040
(-48 from 2012)
0.15770
201297
(+25 from 2011)
3088
(+478 from 2011)
0.15922
2011122
(+5 from 2010)
2610
(+131 from 2010)
0.13470
2010127
No change from 2009
2479
(-61 from 2009)
0.12644
2009127
(+15 from 2008)
2540
(+155 from 2008)
0.12543
2008142
(+13 from 2007)
2385
(+124 from 2007)
0.11451
2007155
(+1 from 2006)
2261
(+23 from 2006)
0.10683
2006156
(-18 from 2005)
2238
(-187 from 2005)
0.10705
2005138
(+7 from 2004)
2425
(+156 from 2004)
0.11948
2004145
(+56 from 2003)
2269
(+612 from 2003)
0.11245
2003201
(-3 from 2002)
1657
(+33 from 2002)
0.08258
2002198
(+22 from 2001)
1624
(+179 from 2001)
0.08223
2001220
(+66 from 2000)
1445
(+314 from 2000)
0.07295
2000286
(+62 from 1999)
1131
(+266 from 1999)
0.05667
1999348
(-16 from 1998)
865
(-24 from 1998)
0.04443
1998332
(+49 from 1997)
889
(+194 from 1997)
0.04586
1997381
(+65 from 1996)
695
(+128 from 1996)
0.03640
1996446
(+129 from 1995)
567
(+168 from 1995)
0.02957
1995575
(+127 from 1994)
399
(+101 from 1994)
0.02076
1994702
(+247 from 1993)
298
(+99 from 1993)
0.01529
1993949
(+294 from 1992)
199
(+59 from 1992)
0.01009
19921243
(+85 from 1991)
140
(+16 from 1991)
0.00698
19911328
(+342 from 1990)
124
(+36 from 1990)
0.00610
19901670
(+16 from 1989)
88
(+7 from 1989)
0.00428
19891686
(+71 from 1988)
81
(+9 from 1988)
0.00407
19881757
(+161 from 1987)
72
(+13 from 1987)
0.00374
19871918
(+85 from 1986)
59
(+5 from 1986)
0.00315
19862003
(-122 from 1985)
54
(-5 from 1985)
0.00293
19851881
(-93 from 1984)
59
(-1 from 1984)
0.00320
19841788
(+51 from 1983)
60
(+3 from 1983)
0.00333
19831839
(+83 from 1982)
57
(+2 from 1982)
0.00318
19821922
(-729 from 1981)
55
(-55 from 1981)
0.00303
19811193
(-268 from 1980)
110
(-51 from 1980)
0.00615
1980925
(+90 from 1979)
161
(+22 from 1979)
0.00904
19791015
(-138 from 1978)
139
(-28 from 1978)
0.00807
1978877
(+70 from 1977)
167
(+21 from 1977)
0.01016
1977947
(+150 from 1976)
146
(+36 from 1976)
0.00888
19761097
(-150 from 1975)
110
(-23 from 1975)
0.00700
1975947
(+491 from 1974)
133
(+63 from 1974)
0.00852
19741438
(+277 from 1973)
70
(+18 from 1973)
0.00447
19731715
(+1463 from 1972)
52
(+32 from 1972)
0.00335
19723178
(-223 from 1971)
20
(-3 from 1971)
0.00124
19712955
(+253 from 1970)
23
(+3 from 1970)
0.00131
19703208
(-440 from 1969)
20
(-3 from 1969)
0.00109
19692768
(+200 from 1968)
23
(+4 from 1968)
0.00130
19682968
(+687 from 1967)
19
(+6 from 1967)
0.00111
19673655
(-388 from 1966)
13
(-2 from 1966)
0.00076
19663267
(+685 from 1965)
15
(+4 from 1965)
0.00085
19653952
(-1277 from 1964)
11
(-11 from 1964)
0.00060
19642675
(+1126 from 1963)
22
(+10 from 1963)
0.00112
19633801
(+1035 from 1956)
12
(+5 from 1956)
0.00060
19620
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19610
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19600
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19590
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19580
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19570
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19564836
First SSA data recorded
7
First SSA data recorded
0.00034
19550
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19540
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19530
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19520
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19510
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19500
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19490
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19480
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19470
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19460
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19450
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19440
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19430
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0
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0.0000
19420
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19410
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19400
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19390
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19380
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19370
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19360
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19350
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19340
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19330
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19320
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19310
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19300
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19290
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19280
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19270
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19260
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19250
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19240
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19230
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19220
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19210
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19200
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19190
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19180
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19170
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19160
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19150
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19140
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19130
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19120
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19110
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19100
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19090
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19080
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19070
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19060
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19050
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19040
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19030
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19020
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19010
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19000
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18990
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18980
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18970
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18960
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18950
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18940
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
18930
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
18920
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0
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0.0000
18910
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0.0000
18900
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
18890
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
18880
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0
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0.0000
18870
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0
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0.0000
18860
No SSA data
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0.0000
18850
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0
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0.0000
18840
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0
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0.0000
18830
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
18820
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0.0000
18810
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0
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0.0000
18800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Reagan

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#1672021#1722022#2192023

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#1542021#2172022#2562023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#732021#1202022#1382023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#1352021#1582022#1982023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#1272021#982022#1072023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#1212021#1202022#1462023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#912021#1232022#1332023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#752021#792022#1152023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#1412021#1222022#1722023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#1042021#1442022#1642023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#1202021#1152022#1262023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#1142021#2222022#1592023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#712021#872022#1562023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#2042021#2232022#2332023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#1042021#1122022#1272023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#1222021#1222022#1592023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#952021#1212022#1212023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#1142021#1002022#1682023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#1202021#1552022#1932023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#1232021#1572022#1242023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#1162021#1232022#1822023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#2552021#2442022#3112023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#1982021#1982022#2012023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#1552021#1582022#1872023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#1842021#1612022#2302023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#1602021#1522022#2842023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#2022021#1872022#1792023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#1042021#1802022#1242023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#2572021#1942022#2742023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#1322021#862022#1982023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#2322021#2372022#1842023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#1232021#2302022#2322023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#492021#1802022#1842023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#1442021#1502022#1252023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#1362021#1452022#1442023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#592021#982022#1072023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#1482021#1942022#1972023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#1432021#2052022#1362023

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#1052021#1302022#1562023

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#862021#662022#1452023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#1292020#3882021#3032023

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#522020#982021#1642023

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#1602020#1632021#1362022

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#1202021#942022#1052023

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#2022020#2452021#2242022

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#652020#2482022#1482023

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#2082017#552018#1852020

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#1182020#822021#1082023

Wyoming (WY)

Wyoming (WY) flagWyoming (WY)#832019#1092021#1022023

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#1592019#1422020#2232021

Vermont (VT)

Vermont (VT) flagVermont (VT)#692012#782015#892017

Popularity Rankings for Reagan in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#3162004#3612018

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#4352007

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#4651999#4562000#4532016

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#7342017#8962018#7162019

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#7912020#11852021#8382022

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#9551998#9851999#9622001

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Reagan a Name for Boys or Girls?

Reagan can be used for boys or girls. The name’s blend of leadership and charm resonates with parents seeking a contemporary, unisex name.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Reagan

Reagan in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Reagan Gomez-Preston (Actress, born 1980): An American actress known for her roles in TV shows like "The Parent 'Hood" and "The Cleveland Show."
  • Reagan Strange (Singer, born 2004): An American singer who gained fame as a contestant on "The Voice."
  • Reagan Pasternak (Actress, born 1977): A Canadian actress who starred in the TV series "Being Erica."
  • Reagan Charleston (Reality TV Star, born 1988): An American reality TV star featured on "Southern Charm New Orleans."
  • Reagan Dale Neis (Actress, born 1976): An American actress who starred in the sitcom "Maybe It's Me."
  • Ronald Reagan (40th U.S. President, 1911–2004): An American actor and politician who served as the 40th President of the United States.
  • Reagan Ridley ("Inside Job," 2021 TV Series): A brilliant and cynical scientist working to uncover conspiracies within a secretive organization.
  • Regan MacNeil ("The Exorcist," 1973 Film): A young girl possessed by a demonic entity, leading to a battle of good versus evil.
  • Reagan ("The Other Woman," 2014 Film): A character who teams up with her husband's other mistresses to take him down.
  • Reagan ("New Girl," 2011 TV Series): A confident and charming pharmaceutical sales rep who temporarily moves into the loft with the main characters.
  • Reagan Cienfuegos ("The Haves and the Have Nots," 2013 TV Series): A strong-willed and determined woman navigating the complexities of wealth and power.
  • Reagan ("Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind," 2004 Film): A minor character in the story of a man who undergoes a procedure to erase memories of his ex-girlfriend.
  • "Reagan" (2011 Song by Killer Mike): A politically charged rap song critiquing the impact of Ronald Reagan's presidency.
  • Reagan City (Texas, USA): A small city in Texas with a rich history and a welcoming community.
  • Reagan National Airport (Virginia, USA): A major airport serving the Washington, D.C. area, offering domestic and international flights.
  • Reagan Park (Indiana, USA): A local park in Indiana featuring recreational facilities and green spaces for community events.
  • Reagan Elementary School (California, USA): A public elementary school in California, known for its strong academic programs and community involvement.
  • Reagan County (Texas, USA): A county in Texas with a predominantly rural landscape and a close-knit community.
  • Reagan Library (California, USA): A presidential library in California dedicated to the legacy of President Ronald Reagan.
  • Reagan High School (Texas, USA): A high school in Texas offering diverse educational programs and extracurricular activities.
  • Reagan Village (Florida, USA): A residential neighborhood in Florida with a variety of housing options and local amenities.

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