Girls name · New Jersey
Megan in New Jersey
Megan was the 649th most popular girls name in New Jersey in 2025, with 12 babies named Megan that year. Since 1951, New Jersey families have named 12,070 babies Megan.
Popularity over time
Megan in New Jersey, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1951 | 9 | 393rd |
| 1962 | 28 | 282nd |
| 1972 | 76 | 115th |
| 1983 | 368 | 22nd |
| 1993 | 433 | 19th |
| 2004 | 185 | 40th |
| 2014 | 32 | 262nd |
| 2025 | 12 | 649th |
Its rank among girls names in New Jersey fell from 393rd in 1951 to 649th in 2025.
The most babies named Megan in New Jersey in a single year was 514, in 1989. Its best showing was 12th among girls names in 1985.
Across the country, Megan reached its best rank of #1 in South Dakota (1994). See Megan in every state →
How popular is Megan in New Jersey?
Megan was the 649th most popular girls name in New Jersey in 2025, with 12 babies named Megan that year. Since 1951, New Jersey families have named 12,070 babies Megan.
How many babies are named Megan in New Jersey?
In 2025, 12 babies were named Megan in New Jersey. The most babies named Megan in New Jersey in a single year was 514, in 1989.
What is the rank of Megan in New Jersey?
Megan ranked 649th among girls names in New Jersey in 2025. Its best showing was 12th among girls names in 1985.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.