Declining since 2017.
Popularity of Murdock since 1880
Babies named Murdock per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2016, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Murdock's real moment was 1892.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 5 |
| 1890s | 12 |
| 1900s | 5 |
| 1910s | 35 |
| 1920s | 54 |
| 1930s | 41 |
| 1940s | 38 |
| 1950s | 30 |
| 1960s | 11 |
| 1970s | 16 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 54 |
| 2020s | 29 |
Meaning & origin
Murdock is a name of Scottish and Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic Muireadhach, meaning 'mariner.' It briefly appeared in U.S. birth records in the late 19th century, with a peak in 1892 when it reached a rank of 957. Since 2017, it has fallen out of the top 1000 entirely. The name has not been associated with any major cultural figures in recent decades, keeping it firmly in the category of obscure historical choices. While it has never been widely used, its strong sound and maritime meaning may appeal to families with Scottish heritage or those seeking a distinctive name.
Murdock is a Scottish and Irish surname turned given name, derived from the Gaelic name Muireadhach. Muireadhach itself likely comes from the elements muir (sea) and each (horse), giving the sense of mariner or seaman. Historically a clan name in Scotland, it has been used as a given name since the 18th century. The name saw modest use in the late 19th century in the United States, particularly among families of Scottish descent.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mur, Doc
Variants: Murdoch, Murdagh
Sibling names for Murdock
Names that share Murdock's style, for a brother or sister.
