Girls name · New Jersey
Megan in New Jersey
In 2025, 12 babies born in New Jersey were named Megan, making it the #649 most popular girls name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1951, add up to 12,070.
Popularity over time
Megan in New Jersey, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1951 | 9 | #393 |
| 1962 | 28 | #282 |
| 1972 | 76 | #115 |
| 1983 | 368 | #22 |
| 1993 | 433 | #19 |
| 2004 | 185 | #40 |
| 2014 | 32 | #262 |
| 2025 | 12 | #649 |
New Jersey had the most Megan births in 1989, with 514. Megan's highest rank in New Jersey was #12, set in 1985.
Rank swung between #12 (1985) and #772 (2024) in New Jersey, from #393 in 1951 to #649 in 2025.
Nationally, Megan's strongest state was South Dakota, where it hit #1 in 1994. See Megan in every state →
How popular is Megan in New Jersey?
In 2025, 12 babies born in New Jersey were named Megan, making it the #649 most popular girls name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1951, add up to 12,070.
How many babies are named Megan in New Jersey?
New Jersey recorded 12 births of babies named Megan in 2025.
What is the rank of Megan in New Jersey?
Megan ranked #649 among girls names in New Jersey in 2025.
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.