Meghan Daugherty

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Meghan Daugherty — Latin
50K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Meghan Daugherty is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Meghan is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Megan is a Welsh feminine given name, originally a diminutive form of Margaret. Margaret is from the Greek μαργαρίτης (margarítēs), Latin margarīta, "pearl". Megan is one of the most popular Welsh-language names for women in Wales and England, and is commonly truncated to Meg. Megan was one of the most popular feminine names in the English-speaking world in the 1990s, peaking in 1990 in the United States and 1999 in the United Kingdom. Approximately 54% of people named Megan born in the US were born in 1990 or later. The surname Daugherty: People with the surname Amira Daugherty, American rapper and singer Billy Joe Daugherty (1952-2009), American founder and pastor of Victory Christian Center Brad Daugherty, American basketball player Brad Daugherty, professional poker player Chris Daugherty, American construction worker and reality television personality Derri Daugherty, American record producer, songwriter, guitarist and singer Duffy Daugherty, American football coach George Daugherty, American-born conductor and music director Gordon Daugherty, American computer scientist Harry M. Meghan is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 50K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Meghan reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Meghan

Latin

Megan is a Welsh feminine given name, originally a diminutive form of Margaret. Margaret is from the Greek μαργαρίτης (margarítēs), Latin margarīta, "pearl". Megan is one of the most popular Welsh-language names for women in Wales and England, and is commonly truncated to Meg. Megan was one of the most popular feminine names in the English-speaking world in the 1990s, peaking in 1990 in the United States and 1999 in the United Kingdom. Approximately 54% of people named Megan born in the US were born in 1990 or later.

Surname: Daugherty

English

People with the surname Amira Daugherty, American rapper and singer Billy Joe Daugherty (1952-2009), American founder and pastor of Victory Christian Center Brad Daugherty, American basketball player Brad Daugherty, professional poker player Chris Daugherty, American construction worker and reality television personality Derri Daugherty, American record producer, songwriter, guitarist and singer Duffy Daugherty, American football coach George Daugherty, American-born conductor and music director Gordon Daugherty, American computer scientist Harry M.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Meghan is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 53%
United Kingdom 28%
Australia 11%
Canada 8%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Meghan by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Meghan Daugherty

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Meghan Daugherty:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Meghan?
The first name Meghan originates from Latin. Megan is a Welsh feminine given name, originally a diminutive form of Margaret. Margaret is from the Greek μαργαρίτης (margarítēs), Latin margarīta, "pearl". Megan is one of the most popular Welsh-language names for women in Wales and England, and is commonly truncated to Meg. Megan was one of the most popular feminine names in the English-speaking world in the 1990s, peaking in 1990 in the United States and 1999 in the United Kingdom. Approximately 54% of people named Megan born in the US were born in 1990 or later.
When was Meghan most popular?
The name Meghan reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Daugherty?
The surname Daugherty originates from English. People with the surname Amira Daugherty, American rapper and singer Billy Joe Daugherty (1952-2009), American founder and pastor of Victory Christian Center Brad Daugherty, American basketball player Brad Daugherty, professional poker player Chris Daugherty, American construction worker and reality television personality Derri Daugherty, American record producer, songwriter, guitarist and singer Duffy Daugherty, American football coach George Daugherty, American-born conductor and music director Gordon Daugherty, American computer scientist Harry M.
What are the origins of the name Meghan Daugherty?
The name Meghan Daugherty combines two different traditions: the first name Meghan has Latin roots, while the surname Daugherty originates from English.
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