Morgan
Meaning
The surname Morgan is derived from the ancient Welsh personal name 'Morcant' which could mean either 'sea circle' or 'sea chief'.
Origin
In Wales, Morgan evolved as a patronymic surname, indicating descent from an ancestor named 'Morcant'. The surname became popular in the 15th century.
Frequency
In Wales, the surname Morgan is most commonly found in Glamorgan, in southern Wales. In the US, the surname Morgan is most commonly found in 1. Missouri 2. New York
3. Washington D.C. 4. Virginia 5. North Carolina
Famous Welsh Americans
Thomas Rees Morgan - Famous engineer