Meaning
Descendant of a sea warrior
Origin
Gaelic
Pronunciation
'mɜrfi
Alt. Spellings
Popularity
Murphy is one of the more popular dog names out there. According to our data, Murphy outranks the great majority of names.
Murphy is found in these categories:
Is Murphy a good dog name?
Murphy has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Murphy is a widely loved dog name for good reason. If you like it, go for it!
Most popular breeds named Murphy:
- Labrador Retriever
- Golden Retriever
- German Shepherd
- Cocker Spaniel
- Beagle
Dog names like Murphy:
Mountain belonging to the ruler