Welsh girl name
Megan Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Megan means pearl. From Welsh Megan, a pet form of Meg, short for Margaret.
Megan is a Welsh pet form of Meg, which is short for Margaret, from the Greek margarites, meaning pearl. It began as a Welsh name and spread widely in the English-speaking world in the late twentieth century, with many spellings such as Meghan and Meagan. In Ireland it has long been a popular choice for girls. It is pronounced MEG-un, though some people say MEE-gun.
Pronunciation by a native speaker.
How to pronounce Megan
MEG·un
Megan has 2 syllables. The stress falls on the first syllable (shown in bold). Say it as written in the respelling, with each capitalised part spoken a little louder.
Variants of Megan
MeghanMeaganMegynMeaghan
Well-known people named Megan
Megan Fox, Meghan Markle.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Megan mean?
Megan means "pearl". From Welsh Megan, a pet form of Meg, short for Margaret.
How do you pronounce Megan?
Megan is pronounced MEG-un.
What is the origin of Megan?
Megan is a Welsh girl name.
How many syllables are in Megan?
Megan has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first one.
What are other spellings of Megan?
Other spellings and forms include Meghan, Meagan, Megyn, Meaghan.