Morgan: meaning and origin

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Morgan

“Sea-born, sea circle”

Gender
🧒 Unisex
Origin
🐉 Welsh
Letters · syllables
6 · 2
Starts with
M

Classic

About the name Morgan

Morgan is a girl or a boy’s name from the Welsh tradition. Its meaning is “sea-born, sea circle”. Names from Welsh, with roots in Celtic legend — like Rhys, Megan, Gwen and Dylan.

It’s a classic: a name that has been used for generations and still feels fresh.

More names with a similar meaning: names that mean sea or water.

Tips before you choose

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  • Check the initials — and what they spell.
  • Think about nicknames kids might make from it.
  • Write it down: is the spelling easy for teachers and friends?

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Questions and answers

What does the name Morgan mean?

Morgan is a name of Welsh origin. It means: sea-born, sea circle.

Is Morgan a boy or girl name?

Morgan is used for both girls and boys in the US.

How many syllables does Morgan have?

Morgan has 6 letters and about 2 syllables.