Morgan

Girl's name

Morgan is a Welsh name derived from the Old Welsh Morcant, meaning "sea circle" or "sea defender."

Meaning Sea circle
Origin Welsh
U.S. births in 2023 1,141 Falling
Peak year 1995

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Morgan Fairchild - Actress known for soap operas and TV shows.
  • Morgan Pressel - Professional golfer with multiple LPGA wins.
  • Morgan McMichaels - Drag queen from "RuPaul's Drag Race."
  • Morgan Hurd - Gymnast, 2017 World All-Around Champion.
  • Morgan Webb - TV host on G4's "X-Play" video game show.
  • Morgan Saylor - Actress known for "Homeland" and "White Girl."
  • Morgan Smith - Actress from "Sonny with a Chance."
  • Morgan York - Actress from "Cheaper by the Dozen" movies.
  • Morgan Radford - NBC News correspondent.
  • Morgan Murphy - Stand-up comedian and TV writer.

Sisters for Morgan

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Brothers for Morgan

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