Murdoch
boy name#12008 in 2025Murdoch entered the US charts in 1923, peaked at #4239 in 1923, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1923–2025
#12008
rank today
#4239
peak (1923)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4239 |
| 2000s | #11171 |
| 2010s | #8216 |
| 2020s | #11523 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Murdoch are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Murdoch is a kid of about 6 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Murdoch in 2025?
- Murdoch ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Murdoch most popular?
- Murdoch peaked in 1923, reaching #4239 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Murdoch with classmates?
- Murdoch will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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