Murray
m(ur)-ray
US Popularity:4324
Origin:Gaelic
Meaning:Lord and master; Sailor; Seashore, coast; Sea settlement
Murray is a baby boy's name of Scottish, Irish, and Gaelic origin. It is an Anglicized version of the Old Irish and Gaelic surnames Muiredach and Muireadhach, translating to “lord and master.” Murray was also a particularly common name in Scotland, deriving from the place name Moray and the Moray Firth coastline. With this connection, Murray means “seashore,” “coast,” or “sea settlement.” Others associate Murray with the Scottish term for “sailor,” perfect for showcasing the love baby may have for the big blue sea. With a name like Murray, baby can be reminded of the magnificent beauty of the ocean and all its marine life.
Famous People Named Murray
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Andy MurrayTennis Player
- Bill MurrayComedian
- Eddie MurrayBaseball Player
How Popular Is The Name Murray?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Murray is currently #2567 on The Bump
Boy:Murray is currently #1449 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Murray is currently #4324 in U.S. births
Boy:Murray is currently #2304 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#2304
in 2023
+ 464
from 2022
Sources
Baby Names 2020 by Eleanor Turner, pg. 143
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 480
WordSense Dictionary, Murray
Behind the Name, Murray (1), January 2022
Ancestry, Murray Family History
Behind the Name, Murray (2), June 2023
Behind the Name, Muireadhach, January 2022
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