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How to pronounce Morgan (MOR-gan)

Morgan

MOR-gan

MORgan

Welsh origin. Two syllables, stress on the first. Used for both genders.

Notes

Welsh origin. Two syllables, stress on the first. Used for both genders.

Origin & meaning

Origin
Welsh
Meaning
of the sea, sea-defender

Aussie nickname — what your mates might call you

  • Morgo
  • Morg
Why we shorten names like this →

Popularity

Used for both genders; in Arthurian legend, Morgan le Fay was a sorceress.

Notable people

  • Morgan Freeman (American actor)

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