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Ferrin vs Murphy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ferrin

Boy #20,697 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little man, young warrior"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Celtic Contemporary

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#20,697
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ferrin Rank #20,697
Murphy Rank #815

Murphy is more popular, ranked #815 vs #20697 for Ferrin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ferrin or Murphy more popular?

Murphy is more popular, ranked #815 compared to Ferrin at #20697 in the United States.

What do Ferrin and Murphy mean?

Ferrin means "little man, young warrior" (Irish Gaelic origin). Murphy means "sea warrior" (Old Irish origin).

Are Ferrin and Murphy boy or girl names?

Ferrin is primarily a boy name. Murphy is primarily a boy name.

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