Morrigan

“Phantom queen, goddess of war, battle, strife” — Associated with the ancient Celtic goddess of war

Ireland origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#2573US 2023

69Births / yr

↑Rising

873All-time births

📅 Since 199500

How to pronounce Morrigan

MAW·RRIG·AN

/ˈmɔ.ˈrrɪɡ.ˈæn/ · stress on MAW · 3 syllables

“Phantom queen, goddess of war, battle, strife”

Associated with the ancient Celtic goddess of war · Ireland origin

What does Morrigan mean and where does it come from?

Morrigan is of Irish origin and is often associated with the ancient Celtic goddess of war, fate, and sovereignty. She is also connected with crows and ravens, symbolizing death and battle. The name has a long history in Irish mythology and has seen a resurgence in modern fantasy literature and medi

Cultural significance

Morrigan has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Ireland-speaking communities, where it reflects values of phantom queen, goddess of war, battle, strife.

Peak popularity

Reached #3303 in 2019 — currently #2573 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Morrigan?

Morrigan works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Morrigan Grace

How popular is Morrigan right now?

Rising fast — up 534 spots — currently #2573 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#2573 · Top 1.9%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#2573	69	▲ up 534 · +30% births
2022	#3107	53	▲ up 745 · +36% births
2021	#3852	39	▼ down 348 · -9% births
2020	#3504	43	▼ down 126 · -10% births
2015	#3378	48	▲ up 706 · +30% births
2010	#4084	37	▲ up 480 · +23% births
2005	#4564	30	▼ down 387
2000	#4177	30	▲ up 6323 · +275% births
1995	#10500	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Morrigan

Best Year2023Rank #2573

Peak Count69

Average Rank#4415

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1995 - 20239 years

The story of Morrigan

Morrigan is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1995. With 873 total births recorded, Morrigan remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #10500 in 1995 to #2573 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Morrigan in 2019:

Olivia Emma Ava Sophia Isabella

Morrigan by decade

Morrigan peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	85
2000s	322
2010s ★	423
2020s	43

💎Morrigan has only 873 total recorded births since 1995 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Morrigan?

Common

MorMoIgan

What names sound and feel like Morrigan?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Morrigan also consider these

Morrighan

Ireland · great queen

Corrigan

Ireland · Irish

Morgan

Welsh · Sea-born or sea-circle

Carrigan

Ireland · from the 'carraig,'

Morrisa

American · Bitter or sea

Hourigan

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Harrigan

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Cohligan

Latin · A Latin name

How is Morrigan written in other languages?

Mórríghan

IRISH MYTHOLOGY

Common questions about the name Morrigan

What does the name Morrigan mean?

Morrigan means "Phantom queen, goddess of war, battle, strife" — a name rooted in Ireland tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Morrigan?

Morrigan is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Morrigan have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Morrigan?

Morrigan originates from Ireland tradition. Ireland names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Morrigan?

Morrigan is a three-syllable name pronounced M AO1 R R IH1 G AE1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Morrigan?

Morrigan pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Ireland heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.