Karagan

“Karagan is a modern name that has gained popularity primarily in the United States” — Associated with themes of friendship and endearment

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1898US 2023

302Births / yr

→Stable

142All-time births

📅 Since 199500

How to pronounce Karagan

KER·ug·AN

/ˈkɛr.əɡ.ˈæn/ · stress on KER · 3 syllables

“Karagan is a modern name that has gained popularity primarily in the United States”

Associated with themes of friendship and endearment · American origin

What does Karagan mean and where does it come from?

Karagan is a modern name that has gained popularity primarily in the United States. It has roots in Irish culture, where the name is often associated with themes of friendship and endearment. It is not commonly found in historical records, but it represents a growing trend of inventiveness in naming

Cultural significance

Karagan has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of irish.

Peak popularity

Reached #8721 in 2002 — currently #1898 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Karagan?

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

Karagan Grace

How popular is Karagan right now?

Holding steady — currently #1898 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#1898 · Top 1.4%

1995

2000

2005

2010

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1898	302	▲ up 5 · +7% births
2022	#1903	282	▲ up 5 · +12% births
2021	#1908	252	▲ up 7109 · +1838% births
2010	#9017	13	▲ up 239 · +8% births
2005	#9256	12	▲ up 1322 · +33% births
2000	#10578	9	▲ up 2686 · +50% births
1995	#13264	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Karagan

Best Year2023Rank #1898

Peak Count302

Average Rank#6832

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1995 - 20237 years

The story of Karagan

Karagan is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1995. With 142 total births recorded, Karagan remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #13264 in 1995 to #1898 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Karagan in 2002:

Emily Madison Hannah Emma Alexis

Karagan by decade

Karagan peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	37
2000s ★	83
2010s	22

💎Karagan has only 142 total recorded births since 1995 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Karagan?

Common

KarKarieKaryAgan

What names sound and feel like Karagan?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Karagan also consider these

Karigan

American · A variant of

Karrigan

American · From the castle

Karagen

American · Pure, beloved

Keragan

American · A descendant of

Caragan

Ireland · little heart

Kerigan

American · Irish

Balagan

Arabic · A Arabic name

Armagan

Arabic · A Arabic name

Common questions about the name Karagan

What does the name Karagan mean?

Karagan means "Irish" — a name rooted in American 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 Karagan?

Karagan is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Karagan?

Karagan originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Karagan?

Karagan is a three-syllable name pronounced K EH1 R AH0 G AE1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Karagan?

Karagan pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.