Megann, of Irish origin, is a unique and charming name meaning 'little gem'. It's a modern variant of Megan, which itself evolved from the Welsh Marged, combining elements of Margaret and Magdalen. This distinctive name gained popularity in the late 20th century and continues to be favored for its melodic sound and rarity.
The name Megann experienced significant popularity between 1979 and 1985, with a peak of 40 births in 1988. However, since the late 1990s, its usage has steadily declined, with fewer than 20 births recorded annually after 1996. Overall, there have been a total of 797 babies named Megann from 1967 to 2011.