Faye vs Murphy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Faye Rank #539
Murphy Rank #475

Murphy is more popular, ranked #475 vs #539 for Faye.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Faye ___

  • Faye Elizabeth
  • Faye Marie
  • Faye Grace
  • Faye Louise
  • Faye Alexandra
  • Faye Catherine

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 Faye

Ivy June Beau Lena Cole

If you choose Murphy

Finn Rory Nora Rafferty Clover

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Faye or Murphy more popular?

Murphy is more popular, ranked #475 compared to Faye at #539 in the United States.

What do Faye and Murphy mean?

Faye means "fairy, enchantment" (Old French origin). Murphy means "sea warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Faye and Murphy boy or girl names?

Faye is primarily a girl name. Murphy is primarily a girl name.

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