Black-haired or dark-skinned
Daegen is a modern variant of the Irish surname and given name Dagan or Deegan. It is derived from the Gaelic word 'dubh', meaning black or dark, often used historically to describe hair color or complexion. While rare, it fits the contemporary trend of two-syllable names ending in 'n'.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Daegen in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
