Declining since 1996.
Popularity of Morganne since 1979
Babies named Morganne per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 125 |
| 1990s | 719 |
| 2000s | 267 |
| 2010s | 42 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Morganne first entered U.S. birth records in 1979, coinciding with a broader trend of feminine '-anne' variants on unisex names. The name reached its peak popularity in 1995, the year it was most frequently given. Since 1996 its usage has been steadily declining, reflecting the trajectory of many 1990s coinages. Although not common enough to rank in top lists or have a 1-in-N statistic, Morganne is a distinct spelling of the enduring Welsh-rooted name Morgan. The variant has not concentrated in any particular state, suggesting a scattered but consistent use across the country.
Morganne is a feminine variant of Morgan, itself from the Old Welsh name Morcant, composed of elements *mori* ('sea') and *cant* ('circle' or 'brightness'). The spelling with '-anne' emerged in the late 20th century, likely influenced by other feminine names ending in '-anne' such as Marianne or Roxanne. The name has been used in the United States since 1979, with a peak in 1995.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Morgan, Morgie, Annie
Sibling names for Morganne
Names that share Morganne's style, for a brother or sister.
