What does the name Murray mean?

The name Murray means "Of the sea town".

What is the origin of the name Murray?

Murray is a name of Scottish origin.

In 2023, 48 babies were named Murray in the United States. The name is currently stable in popularity.

Yes, Murray is traditionally used as a boy's name.

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Births Last Year: 48 →

All-Time Total: 20,836

Peak Year: 1922

Murray is a Scottish surname turned first name. It originates from the region of Moray in Scotland and means "settlement by the sea."

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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