Keegan

Meaning of Keegan

It means "descendant of the fiery one" or "small and fiery". It can also mean "descendant of the wise one".

Keegan has Irish roots — browse every Irish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Keegan

Keegan has cooled off, slipping to #621 in 2025, down from a peak of #222 in 2007.

Notable people named Keegan

• Keegan-Michael Key
  American actor and comedian
• Keegan Allen
  American actor and photographer
• Keegan Connor Tracy
  Canadian actress
• Keegan Bradley
  American professional golfer
• Keegan Rosenberry
  American soccer player

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Questions about the name Keegan

What does the name Keegan mean?

Keegan means it means "descendant of the fiery one" or "small and fiery". it can also mean "descendant of the wise one", and it comes from Irish origins.

Is Keegan a boy's or a girl's name?

Keegan is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Keegan?

In 2025, Keegan ranked #621 for boys, down from #595 the year before.

When was Keegan most popular?

Keegan peaked at #222 in 2007.