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Murphy

Boy / Girl name · 38 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Murphy: 38 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to both boys and girls, peaking at 6 births in 2024.

Originally an Irish surname, Murphy comes from the Gaelic Ó Murchadha, meaning "descendant of Murchadh"—a personal name combining *muir* (sea) and *cath* (battle), so "sea warrior." Today it’s widely used as a first name in Scotland and beyond. Notable bearers include comedian and actor Eddie Murphy, known for *Beverly Hills Cop* and *The Nutty Professor*, and Irish actor Cillian Murphy, star of *Peaky Blinders* and *Oppenheimer*. The name also appears in the television series *Murphy Brown*. While not tied to a specific place, the surname has

Boy 8 of 52 years

Peak year
20246 babies
Latest (2025)
#7623 babies
Total births
31since 2009
5-year trend
▲ 9%vs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2024 · 6
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).

Girl 2 of 52 years

Peak year
20254 babies
Latest (2025)
#6324 babies
Total births
7since 2022
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2025 · 4
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).