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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Settlement by the sea (from the place name Moray)
- Origin
- Scottish (place name)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- MUR-ee
Murray is a vintage boy's name of Scottish origin, taken from the place name Moray, which means "settlement by the sea." It's pronounced MUR-ee. If you like a name with an old-fashioned feel and a coastal root, this one fits.
Meaning & Origin of Murray
Meaning: Settlement by the sea (from the place name Moray).
Origin: Scottish (place name).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Murray
MUR-eeIPA /ˈmɝːi/
Popularity of Murray
Murray peaked at #206 in 1922, when 628 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #2726, with 48 babies named Murray that year.
Names Like Murray
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FAQ
What does the name Murray mean?
Settlement by the sea (from the place name Moray). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Murray?
Murray is pronounced MUR-ee (IPA: /ˈmɝːi/).
Is Murray a popular name right now?
Murray peaked at #206 in 1922 and is ranked #2726 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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