Find out how popular the first name Jagan has been for the last 9 years (from 2004 to 2012) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Jagan by gender

Based on the last 9 years of data, Jagan is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2012, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Jagan.

The history of the first name Jagan

The name Jagan has its origins in the Sanskrit language, an ancient Indo-Aryan tongue that dates back to the 2nd millennium BCE. Derived from the Sanskrit word "jagat," which means "world" or "universe," the name Jagan is believed to have originated in the Indian subcontinent.

In Hinduism, the name Jagan is associated with Lord Vishnu, one of the principal deities in the Hindu trinity. Jagannath, meaning "Lord of the Universe," is a famous epithet of Lord Vishnu, and the name Jagan is often considered a shortened form of this title.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jagan can be found in the Mahabharata, a Sanskrit epic poem that dates back to around the 8th century BCE. In the epic, Jagan was the name of a warrior who fought alongside the Pandavas in the great Kurukshetra war.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Jagan. One of the most famous was Jagan Nath Azad (1888-1958), an Indian revolutionary and freedom fighter who played a significant role in the Indian independence movement against British colonial rule.

Another prominent individual with the name Jagan was Jagan Mohan Lal (1928-1986), an Indian politician who served as the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh from 1983 until his death. He was a charismatic leader and a champion of the rights of the underprivileged.

In Sri Lanka, Jagan Peries (1917-1992) was a renowned filmmaker and screenwriter who is considered a pioneer of Sinhala cinema. His films, such as "Rekava" and "Gammadda Menika," explored social issues and the complexities of human relationships.

The name Jagan has also been associated with spiritual leaders and gurus. One such figure was Jagan Nath Prasad (1887-1971), an Indian yogi and philosopher who founded the Divine Life Society, an organization dedicated to promoting spiritual awareness and the study of Vedanta.

Another notable bearer of the name was Jagan Nath Pahadia (1899-1976), an Indian freedom fighter and social reformer who fought against the caste system and worked towards improving the lives of the underprivileged in the Indian state of Rajasthan.

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