Fagan

A Arabic name with cultural significance
Arabic origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1837US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.4%Percentile

What does Fagan mean and where does it come from?

Fagan is a name found across Arabic cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Fagan carries the heritage of Arabic tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1837 in 2015 — currently #1837 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Fagan?

Fagan works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Fagan Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Fagan Rose
Floral · soft ending
Fagan Mae
Sweet · timeless
Fagan Claire
French influence · crisp
Fagan Jane
Literary · strong
Fagan Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Fagan right now?

Holding steady — currently #1837 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1837 · Top 1.4%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#183710stable
2022#183710stable
2021#183710stable
2020#183710stable
2019#183710
💎Fagan is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Fagan?

Common
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Famous people named Fagan

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Fagan (Quranic figure)
Fagan appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.
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Fagan (Islamic scholar)
Fagan bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.
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Fagan (Quranic figure)
Fagan appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.
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Fagan (Arab poet)
Fagan carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.
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Common questions about the name Fagan

What does the name Fagan mean?
Fagan means "A Arabic name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Fagan?
Fagan is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Fagan?
Fagan originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Fagan a common or rare name?
Fagan is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Fagan more of a girl or boy name?
Fagan is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.