Morgyn Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMOR-gin / /ˈmɔːrɡɪn/Welsh; English
Meaning
Welsh: sea circle; English: born of the sea
Historical & Cultural Background
Morgyn is a variant of the name Morgan, which has roots in Welsh mythology. In Welsh culture, Morgan is often associated with the sea and has been used for both boys and girls. The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 20th century, particularly as a feminine name. It reflects a modern trend of using traditionally masculine names for girls.
Trend Summary
Morgyn has seen a rise in popularity as a unique alternative to traditional names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Morgan
- Morgaine
International Variants
- Morgane (French)
- Morgana (Italian)
Famous people named Morgyn
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Fictional characters named Morgyn
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Morgyn was first seen in the United States in 1989. Morgyn has ranked as high as #1331 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in Texas, Ohio, and California. In the past 5 years the name Morgyn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Morgyn (2007)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 15 |
| 1996 | 39 |
| 1997 | 32 |
| 1998 | 39 |
| 1999 | 39 |
| 2000 | 33 |
| 2001 | 43 |
| 2002 | 41 |
| 2003 | 42 |
| 2004 | 46 |
| 2005 | 40 |
| 2006 | 51 |
| 2007 | 57 |
| 2008 | 24 |
| 2009 | 45 |
| 2010 | 38 |
| 2011 | 33 |
| 2012 | 29 |
| 2013 | 19 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 22 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 7 |