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Murray vs Ted

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Murray

Boy #2,744 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lord of the sea"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,744
Total SSA Count
48
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Murray Rank #2,744
Ted Rank #2,917

Murray is more popular, ranked #2744 vs #2917 for Ted.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Murray or Ted more popular?

Murray is more popular, ranked #2744 compared to Ted at #2917 in the United States.

What do Murray and Ted mean?

Murray means "lord of the sea" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Ted means "gift of God" (Greek origin).

Are Murray and Ted boy or girl names?

Murray is primarily a boy name. Ted is primarily a boy name.

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