Morgan Name Meaning

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By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: In France, Morgan is primarily a masculine name.

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A Deep Dive

Morgan Overview

Meaning

Sea protector, sea chief, born of the sea

Gender

Girl, Gender-neutral

Origin

Welsh

Etymology

Derived from the Welsh name “Morcant,” meaning “sea-born” or “sea circle.”

Religion

Christianity

Pronunciation

/ˈmɔrgən/

Popularity

Morgan is used for both boys and girls, particularly in the USA and UK. In 2023, Morgan ranked #193 for girls and #677 for boys in the USA.

Syllable

2 syllables

Length

6 letters

Numerology

5 (Visionary, Expansive, Adventurous)

Name Styles

Classic, Cool, Mythological

Associated Traits

Artistic, adaptable, independent

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

Often linked to Welsh mythology, particularly Morgan le Fay, a powerful enchantress in Arthurian legend.
A Deep Dive

Morgan Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Morgana, Morrigan, Morwenna, Morgane, Morgaine, Morgen, Muirgen

Common Nicknames

Morgie, Morgs, Annie, Gana, Gan

Diminutives

Mo, Momo, Mogs, Morg, Ganny

Famous People

  • Morgan Freeman
    (American Actor)
  • Morgan Fairchild
    (American Actress)
  • Morgan Wallen
    (American Country Music Singer)
  • Morgan Spurlock
    (American Filmmaker)
  • Morgan Tsvangirai
    (Zimbabwean Politician)
  • Morgan Saylor
    (American Actress)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Morgan Jones
    ("The Walking Dead," TV Series)
  • Morgan Stark
    ("Avengers: Endgame," Film)
  • "Morgan"
    (Film)
  • Morgan le Fay
    ("Merlin," TV Series)
  • Morgan Grimes
    ("Chuck," TV Series)
  • "Morgan's Run"
    (Novel by Colleen McCullough)

Places

  • Morgan City
    (Louisiana, USA)
  • Morgan Park
    (Illinois, USA)
  • Morgan Hill
    (California, USA)
  • Morgan Territory Regional Preserve
    (California, USA)
  • Morgan River
    (South Carolina, USA)

What Is the Meaning of Morgan?

The name Morgan translates to “sea-born” or “great circle.” Those named Morgan are typically seen as adventurous and creative, with qualities of versatility and independence.

What Is the Origin of The Name Morgan?

Morgan’s roots lie in the Old Welsh “Morcant,” a combination of “mor” (sea) and “cant” (circle). This name, originating from coastal regions, signifies a lasting connection with the sea.

Morgan Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Morgan in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#2052021#2132022#2472023
Top 3 Rankings#221997#231995#231998

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Morgan

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023247
(-34 from 2022)
1245
(-136 from 2022)
0.07118
2022213
(-8 from 2021)
1381
(-66 from 2021)
0.07702
2021205
(-10 from 2020)
1447
(-44 from 2020)
0.08077
2020195
(-19 from 2019)
1491
(-158 from 2019)
0.08435
2019176
(-13 from 2018)
1649
(-110 from 2018)
0.08987
2018163
(-10 from 2017)
1759
(-167 from 2017)
0.09459
2017153
(-21 from 2016)
1926
(-413 from 2016)
0.10195
2016132
(-11 from 2015)
2339
(-348 from 2015)
0.12082
2015121
(-19 from 2014)
2687
(-318 from 2014)
0.13773
2014102
(-2 from 2013)
3005
(-111 from 2013)
0.15360
2013100
(-18 from 2012)
3116
(-286 from 2012)
0.16165
201282
(-7 from 2011)
3402
(-270 from 2011)
0.17541
201175
(-12 from 2010)
3672
(-404 from 2010)
0.18950
201063
(-6 from 2009)
4076
(-534 from 2009)
0.20789
200957
(-11 from 2008)
4610
(-724 from 2008)
0.22765
200846
(-3 from 2007)
5334
(-331 from 2007)
0.25609
200743
(-8 from 2006)
5665
(-830 from 2006)
0.26766
200635
(-2 from 2005)
6495
(-254 from 2005)
0.31069
200533
(-2 from 2004)
6749
(-546 from 2004)
0.33253
200431
(-2 from 2003)
7295
(-633 from 2003)
0.36153
200329
No change from 2002
7928
(-505 from 2002)
0.39513
200229
No change from 2001
8433
(-302 from 2001)
0.42698
200129
(-4 from 2000)
8735
(-767 from 2000)
0.44095
200025
(-1 from 1999)
9502
(-105 from 1999)
0.47611
199924
(-1 from 1998)
9607
(-610 from 1998)
0.49348
199823
(-1 from 1997)
10217
(-125 from 1997)
0.52706
199722
(+3 from 1996)
10342
(+47 from 1996)
0.54168
199625
(-2 from 1995)
10295
(-582 from 1995)
0.53697
199523
(+2 from 1994)
10877
(+222 from 1994)
0.56605
199425
(+9 from 1993)
10655
(+2083 from 1993)
0.54658
199334
(+7 from 1992)
8572
(+783 from 1992)
0.43479
199241
(+8 from 1991)
7789
(+995 from 1991)
0.38854
199149
(+9 from 1990)
6794
(+747 from 1990)
0.33412
199058
(+11 from 1989)
6047
(+1621 from 1989)
0.29434
198969
(+9 from 1988)
4426
(+630 from 1988)
0.22217
198878
(+17 from 1987)
3796
(+869 from 1987)
0.19739
198795
(+18 from 1986)
2927
(+450 from 1986)
0.15617
1986113
(+14 from 1985)
2477
(+196 from 1985)
0.13422
1985127
(+5 from 1984)
2281
(+106 from 1984)
0.12354
1984132
(+35 from 1983)
2175
(+517 from 1983)
0.12061
1983167
(+2 from 1982)
1658
(-58 from 1982)
0.09264
1982169
(-7 from 1981)
1716
(-53 from 1981)
0.09458
1981162
(+81 from 1980)
1769
(+707 from 1980)
0.09891
1980243
(+215 from 1979)
1062
(+619 from 1979)
0.05964
1979458
(+178 from 1978)
443
(+184 from 1978)
0.02571
1978636
(+99 from 1977)
259
(+49 from 1977)
0.01576
1977735
(+174 from 1976)
210
(+66 from 1976)
0.01277
1976909
(+133 from 1975)
144
(+30 from 1975)
0.00916
19751042
(+134 from 1974)
114
(+19 from 1974)
0.00730
19741176
(+8 from 1973)
95
(+4 from 1973)
0.00607
19731184
(+393 from 1972)
91
(+33 from 1972)
0.00586
19721577
(-241 from 1971)
58
(-22 from 1971)
0.00360
19711336
(+53 from 1970)
80
(+5 from 1970)
0.00456
19701389
(+110 from 1969)
75
(+13 from 1969)
0.00409
19691499
(+525 from 1968)
62
(+27 from 1968)
0.00352
19682024
(-241 from 1967)
35
(-7 from 1967)
0.00205
19671783
(+199 from 1966)
42
(+8 from 1966)
0.00245
19661982
(-293 from 1965)
34
(-10 from 1965)
0.00194
19651689
(+91 from 1964)
44
(+1 from 1964)
0.00241
19641780
(+925 from 1963)
43
(+22 from 1963)
0.00220
19632705
(+734 from 1962)
21
(+7 from 1962)
0.00106
19623439
(-1402 from 1961)
14
(-19 from 1961)
0.00069
19612037
(+271 from 1960)
33
(+7 from 1960)
0.00159
19602308
(+795 from 1959)
26
(+11 from 1959)
0.00125
19593103
(-655 from 1958)
15
(-7 from 1958)
0.00072
19582448
(+1483 from 1957)
22
(+12 from 1957)
0.00106
19573931
(-437 from 1956)
10
(-2 from 1956)
0.00048
19563494
(-655 from 1955)
12
(-4 from 1955)
0.00058
19552839
(+651 from 1954)
16
(+5 from 1954)
0.00080
19543490
(+1106 from 1953)
11
(+4 from 1953)
0.00055
19534596
(+313 from 1952)
7
(+1 from 1952)
0.00036
19524909
(-1803 from 1951)
6
(-6 from 1951)
0.00032
19513106
(+2194 from 1950)
12
(+7 from 1950)
0.00065
19505300
(-56 from 1949)
5
No change from 1949
0.00028
19495244
(-2210 from 1946)
5
(-6 from 1946)
0.00028
19480
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19470
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19463034
(+1020 from 1944)
11
(+5 from 1944)
0.00068
19450
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19444054
(+201 from 1937)
6
(+1 from 1937)
0.00044
19430
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19420
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19410
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19400
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19390
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19380
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19374255
(+554 from 1918)
5
No change from 1918
0.00045
19360
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19350
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19340
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19330
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19320
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19310
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19300
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19290
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19280
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19270
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19260
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19250
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19240
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19230
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19220
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19210
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19200
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19190
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19184809
First SSA data recorded
5
First SSA data recorded
0.00042
19170
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19160
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19150
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19140
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19130
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19120
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19110
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19100
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19090
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19080
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19070
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19060
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19050
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19040
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19030
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19020
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19010
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19000
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18990
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18980
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18970
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18960
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18950
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18940
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18930
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18920
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18910
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18900
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18890
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18880
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18870
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18860
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18850
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18840
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18830
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18820
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18810
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Morgan

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#3512021#3642022#3562023

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#2472021#2902022#2882023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#2012021#2072022#2222023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#1172021#2092022#1602023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#2402021#2332022#2762023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#3962021#3042022#3432023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#1452021#1862022#2052023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#1082021#1162022#1752023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#1942021#2332022#2372023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#1892021#1852022#2142023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#2102021#3012022#3352023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#2262021#1952022#2722023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#2702021#3592022#3282023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#2222021#1522022#1992023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#1982021#1732022#2052023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#1542021#1492022#2662023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#1402021#2172022#1672023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#1702021#2172022#1962023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#1942021#1542022#1962023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#2662021#2642022#2902023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#3582021#2902022#3832023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#2402021#1572022#3002023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#2382021#2302022#2502023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#1652021#1912022#4232023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#1472021#1792022#1092023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#2302021#2202022#2902023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#1792021#6012022#2892023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#2792021#2952022#3932023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#2302021#3342022#2352023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#2812021#1732022#1862023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#3582021#1362022#3062023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#1692021#1932022#1482023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#2262021#1832022#5412023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#2882021#1932022#2832023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#2332020#2692021#2052023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#2312021#1282022#2212023

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#892019#1682020#2392021

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#1702021#2362022#4352023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#2862021#3062022#4122023

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#902020#1992021#1192023

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#682021#1932022#1582023

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#1122018#1372019#2202020

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#1282019#1922020#1162022

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#1842020#2222021#2252023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#1372019#3732022#2472023

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#862015#872016#882020

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#1222020#1302021#1652022

Vermont (VT)

Vermont (VT) flagVermont (VT)#982015#612016#1122018

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#1802020#1682022#1222023

Wyoming (WY)

Wyoming (WY) flagWyoming (WY)#742013#632015#972023

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#1972019#1152020#2112023

Popularity Rankings for Morgan in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#1802021#2042022#4172023

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#3392021#4702022#2812023

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#3562019#2902022#3462023

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#3362019#4182022#3282023

Popularity in Iceland

Iceland flagIceland#3912023

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#5442020#4302021#6342022

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#7642020#5052021#8902022

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#5742019#6432020#5492021

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Morgan a Name for Boys or Girls?

Traditionally, Morgan has been used for boys in Wales, but it has gained popularity for girls in recent years.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Morgan

Morgan in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Morgan Freeman (Actor, born 1937): An American actor known for his deep voice and memorable roles in films like "The Shawshank Redemption."
  • Morgan Fairchild (Actress, born 1950): An American actress who became a prominent television star in the 1980s.
  • Morgan Wallen (Singer, born 1993): An American country music singer and songwriter with several chart-topping hits.
  • Morgan Spurlock (Filmmaker, born 1970): An American documentary filmmaker who directed "Super Size Me."
  • Morgan Tsvangirai (Politician, 1952–2018): A Zimbabwean politician and leader of the Movement for Democratic Change.
  • Morgan Saylor (Actress, born 1994): An American actress known for her role in the TV series "Homeland."
  • Morgan Lily (Actress, born 2000): An American actress and model who appeared in films like "2012" and "X-Men: First Class."
  • Morgan York (Actress, born 1993): An American actress who appeared in films like "Cheaper by the Dozen" and "The Pacifier."
  • "Morgan Jones (""The Walking Dead,"" 2010 TV Series): A man who struggles with maintaining his humanity in the post-apocalyptic world.
  • Morgan Stark (""Avengers: Endgame,"" 2019 Film): The daughter of Tony Stark who plays a pivotal role in his motivations and legacy.
  • ""Morgan"" (2016 Film): A science fiction horror film about a bio-engineered child who develops at a rapid pace.
  • Morgan le Fay (""Merlin,"" 2008 TV Series): A powerful enchantress and antagonist in the legendary Arthurian tales.
  • Morgan Grimes (""Chuck,"" 2007 TV Series): The best friend of the protagonist who eventually becomes part of the spy world.
  • ""Morgan's Run"" (2000 Novel by Colleen McCullough): A historical novel that follows the life of an English convict transported to Australia.
  • Dexter Morgan (""Dexter,"" 2006 TV Series): A forensic expert who leads a double life as a vigilante serial killer.
  • Morgan (""Suits,"" 2011 TV Series): A minor character in the legal drama series."
  • Morgan City (Louisiana, USA): A small city in St. Mary Parish with a rich history in the oil and gas industry.
  • Morgan Park (Illinois, USA): A neighborhood on the southwest side of Chicago with historic homes and green spaces.
  • Morgan Hill (California, USA): A city in Santa Clara County known for its wineries and outdoor recreational opportunities.
  • Morgan Territory Regional Preserve (California, USA): A regional park in the East Bay area offering hiking trails and scenic views.
  • Morgan River (South Carolina, USA): A tidal river in Beaufort County flowing into the Atlantic Ocean.
  • Morgan Island (South Carolina, USA): An island in the St. Helena Sound, also known as Monkey Island, home to a colony of rhesus monkeys.
  • Morgan Arboretum (Quebec, Canada): A forest reserve and research center affiliated with McGill University.
  • Fort Morgan (Alabama, USA): A historic fort at the entrance to Mobile Bay, built during the 19th century.

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