Murray
boy name#2604 in 2025Murray entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #206 in 1922, ranks #2604 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#2604
rank today
#206
peak (1922)
50
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #400 |
| 1890s | #340 |
| 1900s | #282 |
| 1910s | #237 |
| 1920s | #234 |
| 1930s | #327 |
| 1940s | #393 |
| 1950s | #447 |
| 1960s | #621 |
| 1970s | #1066 |
| 1980s | #1602 |
| 1990s | #2582 |
| 2000s | #4067 |
| 2010s | #2975 |
| 2020s | #2663 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Murray has been most popular in NY, CO, GA.
Living bearers
About 7,300 people named Murray are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Murray alive today was born around 1930, making them about 95 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Murray in 2025?
- Murray ranks #2604 among US boy names in 2025, with 50 babies given the name.
- When was the name Murray most popular?
- Murray peaked in 1922, reaching #206 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Murray with classmates?
- Murray will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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