Dillon vs Murphy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Dillon Rank #870
Murphy Rank #475

Murphy is more popular, ranked #475 vs #870 for Dillon.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dillon ___

  • Dillon James
  • Dillon Ray
  • Dillon Cole
  • Dillon Scott
  • Dillon Wayne
  • Dillon Lee

Murphy ___

  • Murphy Jane
  • Murphy Rose
  • Murphy Claire
  • Murphy Elizabeth
  • Murphy Kate
  • Murphy Lou

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Dillon

Connor Liam Shannon Erin Brady

If you choose Murphy

Finn Rory Nora Rafferty Clover

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dillon or Murphy more popular?

Murphy is more popular, ranked #475 compared to Dillon at #870 in the United States.

What do Dillon and Murphy mean?

Dillon means "great tide, son of the sea" (Welsh origin). Murphy means "sea warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Dillon and Murphy boy or girl names?

Dillon is primarily a boy name. Murphy is primarily a girl name.

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