Rogan is an Irish gender-neutral name with the origin meaning "Redheaded." It is an Anglicised form of the old Irish name Ruadhagán, derived from the Gaelic Ó Ruadhagáin, meaning 'descendant of Ruadhagán', a diminutive of ruadh, which translates to 'red'. Famous personalities with the name include Joe Rogan, an American podcaster, and various individuals such as Rogan Clarke, a South African rower, and Rogan O'Handley, an American Internet personality and political commentator. Additionally, Rogan has been used as a surname by notable figures including Johnny Rogan, an English author, and Markus Rogan, an Austrian swimmer. The name has also been featured in fictional characters such as Alex Rogan in the movie The Last Starfighter and Thomas Rogan in The House of the Dead arcade game. With its rich Irish heritage and association with red hair, Rogan carries a unique and distinctive meaning.