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Name Origin

Morgan is a Welsh given name traditionally used for both males and females. It originates from the Welsh words 'mor' meaning 'sea' and 'gan' meaning 'defender'. Therefore, Morgan traditionally means 'defender of the sea' or 'sea defender'.

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Famous People

Morgan Freeman (1937-)

Actor

  • Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor
  • Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award

Morgan le Fay

Arthurian Legend Figure

  • Powerful sorceress in Arthurian legend

Morgan Spurlock (1970-)

Filmmaker, Television Producer, Author

  • Known for his documentary films, including 'Super Size Me'

Morgan Wootten (1931-)

Basketball Coach

  • Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame inductee

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