Origin and Meaning of Reagan

Little king or descendant of the king

Origin: Irish - Derived from the Gaelic name O'Riagáin, which means 'descendant of Riagán'. The name Riagán itself might derive from the word 'ri', meaning 'king'.

• Reagan has been popularized in the United States largely due to Ronald Reagan, the 40th President, who served from 1981 to 1989.
• In Ireland, Reagan is also used as a surname, and it is associated with noble lineage.
• Notable bearers of the name include Reagan Gomez-Preston, an American actress, and several public figures who share the name.
• The name gained a rise in popularity during the 1980s and 1990s, reaching its peak in the 2000s in the United States.
• Variations or similar names include Regan and REAGAN, which can also be a last name.