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Tiegen

Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Tiegen: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 1998.

Tiegen is a modern variant of the Irish name Teagan, which derives from the Gaelic "tadhgán", a diminutive of "tadhg" meaning 'poet' or 'philosopher' – literally 'little poet'. While less common than its sister spelling, Tiegen has appeared in Scottish birth records as parents seek distinctive alternatives to the popular Teagan. The name shares its root with the ancient Irish king Tadhg mac Cein, though notable modern bearers are rare – a handful of athletes such as American football player Tiegen Jones have brought the spelling into public view. As a unisex name, Tiegen reflects the growing trend toward names that feel fresh yet rooted in Celtic tradition, offering a soft, lyrical sound with a meaning that celebrates artistry and wisdom.

Girl 1 of 52 years

Peak year
19983 babies
Latest (1998)
#6643 babies
Total births
3since 1998
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 1998 · 3
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).