Tegan is a unisex name of Welsh origin meaning “Beautiful, fair, a reflection of natural beauty..” With 2 syllables, it is short and easy to say. Common nicknames include Teg, Teggy. As of 2026, Tegan ranks #870 among children' names in the United States and has held a steady level of popularity. Its highest US ranking was #689 in 1984.
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TEH-gun
Phonetic spelling
Currently #870 among US baby names.
* Based on US Social Security Administration birth-registration data
Tegan means “Beautiful, fair, a reflection of natural beauty..” It is a unisex name of Welsh origin.
Tegan is pronounced TEH-gun.
Tegan is a unisex name used for both boys and girls.
Tegan currently ranks #870 among children' names in the United States.
Popular nicknames for Tegan include Teg, Teggy.
Middle names that pair well with Tegan include Tegan Skye, Tegan Alyse, Tegan Jade.
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