Morgan
Fact sheet
- Name
- Morgan
- Gender
- Unisex name
- Syllables
- 2
Morgan is a male first name that is also used in rare cases for women and has its origins in Wales. It derives from the Old Welsh name Morcant, which is composed of the Welsh words môr, meaning 'sea' or 'lake,' and cant, meaning 'circle.'
What does the name Morgan mean?
Morgan is a name with Welsh roots that can be used for both men and women. Its origin lies in the Old Welsh Morcant, whose components môr meaning 'sea, lake' and cant meaning 'circle' combine to give the meaning of Morgan as 'circle of the sea' or more freely interpreted as 'the one belonging to the circle of the sea' or 'the one born at sea.' Originally, Morgan was an exclusively male first name in the Middle Ages, but from the mid-20th century, it developed, particularly in the USA, into a unisex name. Today, it is mainly found in English and French-speaking areas, especially in the USA. Additionally, Morgan is often used as a surname in English-speaking regions. Notable bearers of the name include actress Morgan Fairchild, actor Morgan Freeman, and singer Morgan James. A less common spelling is Morgann, while there are feminine variants such as Morgana, Morgane, Morganna, and Morganne.
Where does the name Morgan come from?
The origin of the name Morgan is both Old Welsh and Celtic, encompassing meanings such as 'circle of the sea' or 'the one born at sea.'
How do you pronounce Morgan?
The pronunciation of Morgan is two syllables and has a dark timbre. It is pronounced as 'Mor-gan' [ˈmɔʁɡan] and begins with a rounded O sound that has a deep tone. The R gives fullness to the first syllable. The second syllable '-gan' sounds clearly structured due to the hard G. Overall, Morgan sounds calm, grounded, and simultaneously distinctive.
Popularity
In Germany, Morgan is a relatively common name. Currently, it ranks 4,024th on the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2011 when it reached 1,564th place. Over the last ten years, Morgan has been given as a first name about 40 times, leading to a position of 3,843rd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 3,489th.
Nicknames & pet names
Gan / Mo / Moe / Morgi / Morgie
Famous people
- Ann Morgan Guilbert (actress from America)
- Ann Morgan Williams (actress)
- David Morgan Jenkins (British rugby player)
- Edward Morgan Forster (writer from England)
- Edward Morgan Lewis (English baseball player)
- Fay Morgan Taylor (American artist)
- J. Morgan Puett (American artist)
- John Morgan Greene (American physicist)
- Kim Morgan Greene (American actress)
- Leslie Morgan Steiner (writer from America)
- Mary Morgan Keipp (photographer from America)
- Morgan Agren (Swedish musician)
- Morgan Andersson (Swedish actor)
- Morgan Arritola (American skier)
- Morgan Beck (American beach volleyball player)
- Morgan Bell (Australian writer)
- Morgan Breslin (American soccer player)
- Morgan Brian (American soccer player)
- Morgan Brittany (American actress)
- Morgan Campbell Taylor (Canadian actress)
Frequently asked questions about the name Morgan
What does the name Morgan mean?
Morgan has Old Welsh and Celtic roots and means 'circle of the sea' or 'the one born at sea.' The components of the name come from Old Welsh.
Is Morgan a boy's or girl's name?
Originally, Morgan was a male first name, but it has developed into a unisex name since the 20th century and is used for both boys and girls.
What nicknames are there for Morgan?
There are various nicknames for the name Morgan, such as Gan, Mo, Moe, Morgi, and Morgie, which can add a personal touch.
How is the name Morgan pronounced?
Morgan is pronounced in German approximately as 'Morr-gahn,' with the first syllable being stressed. In English, the pronunciation is similar, but it may vary slightly.