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GirlPronounced Welsh /ˈmɛɡ.an/; English /ˈmɛɡ.ən/Welsh language family

Megan

Welsh diminutive of Margaret, usually used independently.

Quick answer

Megan is a girl name.

Pronunciation: Welsh /ˈmɛɡ.an/; English /ˈmɛɡ.ən/.

GenderGirl
PronunciationWelsh /ˈmɛɡ.an/; English /ˈmɛɡ.ən/
Language familyWelsh

Meaning and history

Welsh diminutive of Margaret, usually used independently. In the English-speaking world outside of Wales it has only been regularly used since the middle of the 20th century.

Notes and context

Usage: welsh, english