Murray
- Pronunciation
- [Mu-rray]
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- From The Sea. Ancient Scottish Clan Surname.
- Origin
- Scottish
Murray Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 21,859 baby boys have been named Murray. The name peaked in 1922 with 628 US births that year (rank #206). In 2024, ranked #2726 nationally — 2,520 places below its 1922 peak.
Top States for Murray
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Murray births are: New York (6,585), Pennsylvania (1,042), Texas (741).
Other Scottish-Origin Names Like Murray
If you like Murray's Scottish origin, consider these related names: Abhainn, Abhainn, Aibne, Acair, Acaiseid, Achaius. Browse all Scottish names →
6-Letter Names Starting with M
Names with Murray's exact length and starting letter: Maahes, Mabina, Macala, Macawi, Maccus.
Quick Facts About Murray
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murry | Lives By The Sea | Male | Celtic |
Famous People Named Murray
2 notable figures from history and culture who share the name Murray.
- Murray Rothbard was an American economist, historian and political theorist.
- Murray Walker is a Formula One motor sport commentator and journalist, famous for his eager commentary technique.
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Compare Murray to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Murray against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).