Carrigan
Meaning of Carrigan
Carrigan (pronounced “KERR-ə-gən”) frolics across the tongue like a lantern dancing in a moonlit fiesta, capturing the sturdy charm of its Gaelic roots—Ó Carragáin, “little rock”—and infusing it with warm, contemporary flair. With every syllable, it rings like a carillon in a Spanish plaza, conjuring vibrant street parades and steps of joyful dance. Though once nestled quietly in the mid-900s on the baby charts, it’s steadily carving its own path—currently landing at #932 in the United States (2024) and climbing like bougainvillea on a sun-soaked wall. Parents drawn to Carrigan often seek a name that blends earthy strength with playful rhythm—like the life of the party who never forgets the homemade salsa. It’s a name that feels like a comforting abrazo under a wide Latin sky: solid yet spirited, time-honored yet ready to light up every family gathering.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as KAIR-uh-guhn (/ˈkɛrəɡən/)
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