UK girl's name
Meganne
A feminine name of English origin meaning "pearl".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 1998. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Meganne is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Meganne popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 1998 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3142, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1997, with 4 births.
This profile covers 11 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 1996 to 1998. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 11 living people in the UK are called Meganne. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 1999 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Meganne ranked #3142 for girls in England and Wales in 1998, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1997, when 4 girls were registered as Meganne.
- • About 11 living people in the UK are estimated to have Meganne as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3142
1998
Births in 1998
4
Latest year
Peak year
1997
4 births
Estimated living
11
2026
Meaning
What does Meganne mean?
The name Meganne has its origins in the Greek language and can be traced back to ancient times. It is derived from the Greek word "megas," which means "great" or "mighty." The name was initially used to describe individuals who possessed qualities of strength, courage, and leadership.
In ancient Greek mythology, there are several references to characters whose names bear similarities to Meganne. One notable example is Megaera, one of the three Furies in Greek mythology, known for her relentless pursuit of those who committed heinous crimes. The name Megaera is closely related to Meganne, both sharing the "meg" root, which emphasizes the idea of greatness or power.
The earliest recorded use of the name Meganne can be traced back to medieval Europe, where it was often used as a variant spelling of the name Margaret. During this time, names were often adapted and modified based on local dialects and regional influences, leading to the emergence of various spellings such as Meganne.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Meganne. One of the earliest recorded figures was Meganne de Valois, a French noblewoman who lived in the 14th century and was known for her patronage of the arts and literature. Another prominent figure was Meganne d'Anjou, a 15th-century French duchess who played a significant role in the politics of her time.
In the 16th century, Meganne de Navarre, a French writer and poet, gained recognition for her literary works, which explored themes of love, spirituality, and feminism. Her collection of short stories, "Heptameron," is considered a significant contribution to the Renaissance literature of France.
Moving forward to the 18th century, Meganne Geoffrin, a French salonist and prominent figure in Parisian society, was renowned for her influential literary salons, which attracted some of the most notable intellectuals and philosophers of the Enlightenment era.
In more recent times, Meganne Montemurro, an Italian-American actress and model born in 1983, has made a name for herself in the entertainment industry, appearing in various television shows and films.
While the name Meganne has undergone various spelling variations and cultural adaptations over the centuries, its core meaning and association with strength, greatness, and power have remained consistent throughout its rich historical journey.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Meganne over time
The chart below shows babies named Meganne registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 1998. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Meganne, the clearest high point is 1997. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 1998, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Meganne by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Meganne was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | #3370 | 11 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Meganne
- Megan 70,884
- Mia 67,204
- Molly 47,734
- Millie 44,390
- Maisie 32,671
- Matilda 29,965
- Maya 26,445
- Madison 18,441
- Maria 17,304
- Mollie 15,914
- Martha 15,116
- Maddison 14,918
FAQ
Meganne: questions and answers
How popular is the name Meganne in the UK right now?
In 1998, Meganne was ranked #3142 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Meganne most popular?
The peak year on record was 1997, with 4 babies registered as Meganne in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Meganne?
A feminine name of English origin meaning "pearl".
How many people are called Meganne in the UK?
A total of 11 babies have been registered as Meganne across the 3 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.