Murphy: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A sea warrior name meaning hound of the sea, brave and wild.
- Origin
- Irish
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #967
- Peak
- #510 in 1892
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Murphy Means
Murphy is a boy name of Irish origin. A sea warrior name meaning hound of the sea, brave and wild.
How Popular Murphy Is
Murphy currently ranks #967 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #510 in 1892. It is rising.
Good to Know About Murphy
- At its most popular, Murphy reached #510 in the U.S. in 1892.
- Murphy has been gaining popularity in recent years.
- Murphy is a name with Celtic Irish roots.
Names Like Murphy
Other Irish names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Murphy
Irish names that pair well as a brother or sister to Murphy.
Questions About Murphy
What does Murphy mean?
Murphy is a boy name of Irish origin. A sea warrior name meaning hound of the sea, brave and wild.
How popular is Murphy?
Murphy currently ranks #967 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #510 in 1892. It is rising.
Where does Murphy come from?
Murphy comes from Irish roots. At its most popular, Murphy reached #510 in the U.S. in 1892.
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