What does the name Murphy mean?

The name Murphy means "Sea warrior".

What is the origin of the name Murphy?

Murphy is a name of Irish origin.

In 2023, 647 babies were named Murphy in the United States. The name is currently rising in popularity.

Yes, Murphy is traditionally used as a girl's name.

Girl's name

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Births Last Year: 647 ↗

All-Time Total: 3,890

Peak Year: 2024

Murphy is an Irish surname derived from the Gaelic name Ó Murchadha, meaning "descendant of Murchadh," which translates to "sea warrior."

Girl names closely related to Murphy

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Boy names closely related to Murphy

Tate Barrett Hank Clay Marshall Everett Cooper Weston

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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