How Common is the First Name Murphy?
We estimate that there are 9,312 people named Murphy who are currently alive and were born in the United States. Murphy is the 1,454th most common for men, and the 2,537th most common overall.
How Old are People Named Murphy?
The average person named Murphy is 18.77 years old.
Is Murphy a Popular Baby Name Right Now?
954 people named Murphy were born in the U.S. in 2024. It was the 474th most popular name for girls, and the 691st most popular overall.
The popularity of Murphy peaked in 1892, when it was the 497th most popular name for baby boys.
Is Murphy a Boy's Name or a Girl's Name?
Murphy is a unisex name. 59.2% of people named Murphy are male, while 40.8% are female.
Facts About the Name Murphy
Popularity of Murphy in England
In 2020, Murphy was the in England and Wales.