Fair, beautiful, or a little poet
Tegan is a name of Welsh origin derived from the word 'teg', meaning fair or beautiful. In some contexts, it is also associated with the Cornish word for 'toy' or 'darling', and it shares roots with the Irish name Teagan, which can mean 'little poet'.
About 80 girls were named Tegan in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Member of the indie rock duo Tegan and Sara
Companion of the Fourth and Fifth Doctors · Doctor Who
Canadian film and television actress
The same feel as Tegan — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
