Pagan, derived from the Latin word 'paganus', meaning 'country dweller' or 'civilian'. This name gained popularity during the Middle Ages, often used to describe those who lived in rural areas. It was also associated with non-Christian beliefs and practices, as it was used to differentiate between Christians and those who followed pagan religions.
"Pagan is quite an uncommon name with a total of 50 births recorded between 1984 and 2022, experiencing its most popular periods in the late '80s to early '90s and again briefly in the mid-2000s."