Pearl
A modern spelling variant of Megan, which is a Welsh diminutive of Margaret. The name ultimately derives from the Greek word 'margarites', referring to the precious gemstone found in the sea.
Less common today
Maegen isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,366 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
