Names Starting With M
UnisexWelsh#240 in 2025
Morgan
Morgan is a unisex name of Welsh origin meaning “sea-born, sea circle, bright sea.” It ranked #240 in the United States in 2025.
pronunciation
MOR-gun
meaning & origin
The name Morgan means “sea-born, sea circle, bright sea.” It comes from the Welsh language tradition.
From the Welsh 'Morcant,' composed of 'mor' (sea) and 'cant' (circle or bright). Morgana le Fay, the enchantress of Arthurian legend, is the name's most famous mythological bearer.
popularity over time
#2652020
#2582021
#2522022
#2462023
#2402024
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #240 |
| 2023 | #246 |
| 2022 | #252 |
| 2021 | #258 |
| 2020 | #265 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
famous people named Morgan
- Morgan Freeman (actor)
- Morgan Wallen (country singer)
- Morgana le Fay (Arthurian legend)
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