Find out how popular the first name Reaganne has been for the last 7 years (from 2000 to 2006) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Reaganne by gender

Based on the last 7 years of data, Reaganne is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2006, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Reaganne.

The history of the first name Reaganne

The given name Reaganne has its origins in the Gaelic language, specifically within the Irish and Scottish cultures. It is a modern derivative of the name Regan, which itself is a variant of the Old Irish name Ríogán or Riagán. These names are derived from the Gaelic word "rí," meaning "king," combined with the diminutive suffix "-án" or "-ín."

The earliest recorded use of the name Regan can be traced back to the medieval period in Ireland and Scotland. It was initially a masculine name but later gained popularity as a feminine name as well. Some historical references suggest that the name Regan was borne by Irish and Scottish kings or chieftains, though specific records are scarce.

One of the earliest documented instances of the name Regan can be found in the Annals of the Four Masters, a chronicle of medieval Irish history compiled in the 17th century. The annals mention a Regan mac Murtagh, who was a king of Leinster in the 11th century.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals with the name Regan or its variants. One of the most famous was Regan, the character in William Shakespeare's play "King Lear," written in the early 17th century. In the play, Regan is one of Lear's ungrateful daughters who betrays him.

Another notable figure was Regan Gascoigne (1905-1991), an American film actress and dancer who appeared in several Hollywood musicals during the 1930s and 1940s. She was known for her performances in films such as "The Goldwyn Follies" (1938) and "Broadway Melody of 1940" (1940).

In more recent times, the name Regan gained popularity due to its association with former United States President Ronald Reagan (1911-2004). Although Reagan was his surname, it influenced the rise of the name Regan as a given name, particularly in the United States.

The variant spelling Reaganne is a more modern adaptation of the name, likely influenced by the popularity of the name Reagan and the desire for a more feminine-sounding version. However, historical records of individuals specifically named Reaganne are scarce, as it is a relatively new spelling variation.

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