Teagan

girlIrish

Teagan is an girl name of Irish origin, meaning “Little poet, little philosopher”.

MeaningLittle poet, little philosopher
GenderGirl
OriginIrish
PronunciationTEE-gun
TraditionModern & Classic
Used inUnited States, Canada, Australia, Ireland

Meaning and origin of Teagan

Teagan is an anglicised form of the Irish surname Ó Tadhgáin, from Tadhgán, a diminutive of the old Irish name Tadhg, which is usually explained as 'poet' or 'philosopher'. Tadhg was a common name for Irish kings and chieftains. In the United States Teagan became popular for girls in the 1990s, while in Ireland related forms are still used for boys.

Is Teagan a religious name?

Teagan has no religious background; it is an Irish personal name.

How popular is Teagan?

Moderately used for girls in North America and Australia.

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Spellings and variants of Teagan

TeganTeeganTeiganTadhgán

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Teagan mean?

Teagan means 'Little poet, little philosopher'. It is of Irish origin.

Does Teagan have a religious meaning?

Teagan has no religious background; it is an Irish personal name.

How do you pronounce Teagan?

Teagan is pronounced TEE-gun.

Is Teagan a boy or girl name?

Teagan is usually a girl name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.