Murphy vs Duke

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Murphy

Boy #815 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"sea warrior"

Origin: Old Irish

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Boy #710 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"leader, military commander"

Origin: Latin

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Murphy Rank #815

Duke Rank #710

Duke is more popular, ranked #710 vs #815 for Murphy.

Is Murphy or Duke more popular?

Duke is more popular, ranked #710 compared to Murphy at #815 in the United States.

What do Murphy and Duke mean?

Murphy means "sea warrior" (Old Irish origin). Duke means "leader, military commander" (Latin origin).

Are Murphy and Duke boy or girl names?

Murphy is primarily a boy name. Duke is primarily a boy name.