Morgan means son of Morgan sea bright.

Surname meaning morgan. Bright or white sea dweller. The same as Pelagius--born on the sea from the Greek the sea. Importation of the Welsh surname to which has been assimilated more than one Gaelic surname notably Ó Muireagáin see Merrigan.

This is a truly famous surname whose Gaelic-Celtic ancestry pre-dates christianity. Originally the name was purely personal and spelt as Morcant the change to Morgan being medieval. What does Morgan mean.

The exact meaning is uncertain but sea chief or sea defender are the generally accepted interpretations. From the Old Welsh personal name Morcant which is of uncertain but ancient etymology. Meaning History From the Old Welsh masculine name Morcant which was possibly derived from Welsh mor sea and cant circle.

Find your familys origin in Canada average life expectancy most common occupation and more. Morgan as a girls name also used less commonly as boys name Morgan is pronounced MOR-gen. Some believe that the name may also have had Celtic origins from the Celtic goddess of beauty Morrigan.

The given meanings suggest the magical machinations of King Arthurs jealous sister Morgan le Fay. Morgante Organ Morgan Pergande Orange Horgan. Originally the name was purely personal and spelt as Morcant the change to Morgan being medieval.

It is of Welsh and Old English origin and the meaning of Morgan is circling sea or great brightness. The history of Morgan originates from a background. Feminine Forms Morgana English Morgane French.