Murphy

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 isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

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Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Naming your dog Murphy is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.

Murphy was, in the past month, the 136th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of May 2025, Murphy is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Murphy was viewed 82 times, and liked 0 times.

The map below shows Murphy's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Murphy is most adored in Connecticut, Maryland and Utah.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Idaho, Tennessee and Indiana.

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Murphy.

Most popular breeds named Murphy:

1. Labrador Retriever
2. Golden Retriever
3. German Shepherd
4. Cocker Spaniel
5. Beagle

• A doberman pinscher named Murphy played a role in the movie They Only Kill Their Masters.
• A dog named Murphy featured in the television show The Busy World of Richard Scarry.

Murphy is found in these categories:

cute

Irish origin, evokes images of playful leprechauns and adorable shamrock pups.

british

Associated with a common Irish surname, often found in Britain.

old-fashioned

Hailing from Irish roots, this moniker screams vintage charm and classic canine.