UK girl's name
Morgon
A feminine name with Welsh roots, meaning "sunrise" or "bright sea-born".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2005. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Morgon is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Morgon popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2005 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4798, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2005, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2005 to 2005. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Morgon is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Morgon. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2006 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Morgon ranked #4798 for girls in England and Wales in 2005, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2005, when 3 girls were registered as Morgon.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Morgon as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4798
2005
Births in 2005
3
Latest year
Peak year
2005
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Morgon mean?
The name Morgon is believed to have originated from the Old French word "morgon," meaning "morning" or "dawn." This name likely emerged during the Middle Ages in France, reflecting the romantic and poetic sensibilities of the era.
Morgon may also be connected to the Welsh name "Morgan," derived from the Old Welsh words "mor" meaning "sea" and "gan" meaning "born." This suggests a possible Celtic influence on the name's origins.
One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Morgon can be traced back to the 12th century, when it was mentioned in the French epic poem "La Chanson de Roland" (The Song of Roland). In this literary work, Morgon was the name of a brave knight who fought alongside the legendary Roland.
During the Renaissance period, the name Morgon gained popularity among the French nobility. Notable figures from this time bearing the name include Morgon de Montmorency (1530-1598), a French nobleman and military leader who fought in the French Wars of Religion.
In the 17th century, the name Morgon appeared in the works of renowned French dramatist Molière. One of his plays, "Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme" (The Middle-Class Gentleman), featured a character named Morgon, further solidifying the name's association with French culture and literature.
Moving into the 18th century, Morgon de la Palun (1720-1789) was a French naval officer and explorer who led several voyages to the South Pacific, contributing to the charting of new territories and the advancement of maritime knowledge.
In the 19th century, Morgon Fruhauf (1835-1907) was a prominent German industrialist and inventor. He is credited with developing several innovations in the field of textile manufacturing, which helped revolutionize the industry.
Another notable figure with the name Morgon was Morgon Tsvangirai (1952-2018), a Zimbabwean politician and leader of the Movement for Democratic Change party. He played a crucial role in the struggle for democracy and human rights in his country.
While the name Morgon has roots in France and may have Celtic connections, it has transcended cultural boundaries and been embraced by individuals from diverse backgrounds throughout history.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Morgon by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Morgon was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #4798 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Morgon: questions and answers
How popular is the name Morgon in the UK right now?
In 2005, Morgon was ranked #4798 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Morgon most popular?
The peak year on record was 2005, with 3 babies registered as Morgon in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Morgon?
A feminine name with Welsh roots, meaning "sunrise" or "bright sea-born".
How many people are called Morgon in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Morgon across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.