Derived from the Irish surname Carrigan, meaning little spear.
Karigan is a modern adaptation of the Irish surname Carrigan, which stems from the Gaelic 'Ó Corragáin'. It is most famously recognized as the name of the protagonist in Kristen Britain's fantasy series, Green Rider. The name combines a traditional Celtic foundation with a contemporary, spirited feel.
Less common today
Karigan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,941 in 1996.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The main protagonist and magical messenger · Green Rider series by Kristen Britain
