Holding steady.
Popularity of Morgin since 1981
Babies named Morgin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 10 |
| 1990s | 70 |
| 2000s | 47 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Morgin is a rare modern respelling of the well-known name Morgan. First recorded in the Social Security data in 1981, it reached its peak usage in 1998, when it was given to a small number of girls. Since then, its trajectory has been stable, with very few births each year up to 2025. The name has never ranked in the top 1000 or had a concentration in any particular state. As a creative variant, Morgin appeals to parents who appreciate the sound and style of Morgan but want a more distinctive spelling. Its lack of historical depth is offset by its familiarity through the root name, and it fits comfortably among other modern -in endings like Madelyn and Evelyn.
Morgin is a modern respelling of the established name Morgan. The name Morgan itself is of Welsh origin, derived from the masculine given name Morcant, which is composed of elements meaning 'sea' and 'circle' or 'bright'. As a feminine name, Morgan gained popularity in the 20th century, and Morgin emerged as a variant spelling, likely influenced by trendy sounds or personal preference, without a distinct historical lineage.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Morg, Ginny
Sibling names for Morgin
Names that share Morgin's style, for a brother or sister.
