Murph

Male

Meaning

Loving, loyal friend.

Origin

Irish

Pronunciation

/mɜːf/

Traits associated with the name Murph:

Dogs named Murph tend to be loving, brave, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship, and courage.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Murph?

Naming your dog Murph suggests that you have a strong appreciation for loyalty and friendship. It could also suggest that you have a strong connection to the military, as Murph is a popular name for military dogs.

Is Murph a good dog name?

Murph is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Murph isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

2,228
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2,067
New York City Dog Name Database
2,667
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Murph is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Murph was, in the past month, the 4268th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Murph 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, Murph was viewed 80 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Murph is most adored in Minnesota, Iowa and Virginia.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Kentucky, Oklahoma and North Carolina.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Murph:

  1. Rottweiler
  2. Australian Shepherd
  3. Lhasa Apso
  4. Golden Retriever

Murph is found in these categories:

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Conveys strength and resilience, hinting at a dog with a tough, adventurous spirit and a no-nonsense attitude.

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