Meghan Wiggins

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Meghan Wiggins — Latin
50K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Meghan Wiggins 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 Wiggins: Aaron Wiggins (born 1999), American basketball player Alan Wiggins (1958–1991), American baseball player Alan Wiggins Jr. (born 1985), American basketball player Alphea Wiggins, Barbadian politician Andrew Wiggins (born 1995), Canadian basketball player, son of Mitchell Wiggins Bayley Wiggins (born 1994), New Zealand cricketer Bernice Love Wiggins (1897–1936), Texas poet Bradley Wiggins (born 1980), British cyclist, son of Gary Wiggins Brice Wiggins, American attorney and politician. Candice Wiggins (born 1987), American basketball player, daughter of Alan Wiggins Charles E. 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: Wiggins

English

Aaron Wiggins (born 1999), American basketball player Alan Wiggins (1958–1991), American baseball player Alan Wiggins Jr. (born 1985), American basketball player Alphea Wiggins, Barbadian politician Andrew Wiggins (born 1995), Canadian basketball player, son of Mitchell Wiggins Bayley Wiggins (born 1994), New Zealand cricketer Bernice Love Wiggins (1897–1936), Texas poet Bradley Wiggins (born 1980), British cyclist, son of Gary Wiggins Brice Wiggins, American attorney and politician. Candice Wiggins (born 1987), American basketball player, daughter of Alan Wiggins Charles E.

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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 Wiggins

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 Wiggins:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

6
Soul Urge Number

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

4
Personality Number

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

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 Wiggins?
The surname Wiggins originates from English. Aaron Wiggins (born 1999), American basketball player Alan Wiggins (1958–1991), American baseball player Alan Wiggins Jr. (born 1985), American basketball player Alphea Wiggins, Barbadian politician Andrew Wiggins (born 1995), Canadian basketball player, son of Mitchell Wiggins Bayley Wiggins (born 1994), New Zealand cricketer Bernice Love Wiggins (1897–1936), Texas poet Bradley Wiggins (born 1980), British cyclist, son of Gary Wiggins Brice Wiggins, American attorney and politician. Candice Wiggins (born 1987), American basketball player, daughter of Alan Wiggins Charles E.
What are the origins of the name Meghan Wiggins?
The name Meghan Wiggins combines two different traditions: the first name Meghan has Latin roots, while the surname Wiggins originates from English.
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