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  MORGAN

The meaning of the unisex name Morgan is ENCHANTRESS HALF SISTER OF ARTHUR.

Details on MORGAN:

Gender:
Unisex
Meaning(s):
Enchantress half sister of arthur
Popularity for Girl:
569th in the USA (top 5%)
Popularity for Boy:
1,066th in the USA (top 5%)
Origin(s) 
Themes / lists: 

Latest USA SSA birth information:

1,141 births
MORGAN as a GIRL in 2024
560 births
MORGAN as a BOY in 2024

The meaning(s) of MORGAN:

The name Morgan is a Celtic baby name. In Celtic the meaning of the name Morgan is: Lives by the sea.
Celtic meaning
The name Morgan is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Morgan is: Lives by the sea.
American meaning
The name Morgan is an Irish baby name. In Irish the meaning of the name Morgan is: Fighter of the sea.
Irish meaning
The name Morgan is a Shakespearean baby name. In Shakespearean the meaning of the name Morgan is: Cymbeline' The disguised identity of Belarius, a banished lord.
Shakespearean meaning
The name Morgan is a Welsh baby name. In Welsh the meaning of the name Morgan is: Bright sea.Dwells near the sea.
Welsh meaning

USA SSA birth(s) for MORGAN:

Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name MORGAN

 MORGAN as a girl

YearGirl Births
20241141 births
20231247 births
20221383 births
20211447 births
20201491 births
20191649 births
20181759 births
20171911 births
20162328 births
20152682 births
20143000 births
20133114 births
20123398 births
20113669 births
20104072 births
20094610 births

 MORGAN as a boy

YearBoy Births
2024560 births
2023530 births
2022550 births
2021455 births
2020367 births
2019334 births
2018320 births
2017362 births
2016409 births
2015379 births
2014404 births
2013365 births
2012441 births
2011475 births
2010498 births
2009592 births

About the name MORGAN

Morgan is a name steeped in rich history and layered meanings, evoking a sense of strength and grace. Originating from the Welsh name "Morgana," it is often interpreted as "sea-born" or "bright," reflecting the dynamic beauty of the ocean and the dawn. This name carries with it the weight of myth, linked to the enchanting figure of Morgan le Fay from Arthurian legend, a symbol of magic and femininity. Popular across various cultures, Morgan finds its home in both English-speaking countries and beyond, embraced in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, as well as in France, where it has become a favored choice for both boys and girls. The name resonates with a sense of versatility, evoking images of open skies and boundless horizons, making it a perfect choice for parents seeking a name that balances strength with elegance. Whether whispered tenderly in a nursery or boldly spoken in a classroom, Morgan carries with it a promise of adventure and compassion, inviting all who bear it to chart their own unique course through life.

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