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Tegan

Girl name · 568 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Tegan: 568 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 41 births in 2003.

Tegan is a name of Welsh origin, derived from *teg* meaning "fair" or "beautiful," and is often considered a modern feminine form of the ancient name *Tegau*, borne by a legendary Arthurian queen. In Australia, the name gained prominence through Tegan and Sara, the Canadian indie-pop twin sisters who have been a fixture in music since the late 1990s. While no major places are named after a Tegan, the name shares its root with the Welsh village of Tegid, near Bala Lake. A notable variant is the Cornish form *Tegan*, which also means "fair" and has seen steady use in Scotland since the 1990s, often chosen for its soft, melodic sound and Celtic heritage.