Murphy
From the Irish Gaelic Ó Murchadha, derived from the given name Murchadh, which likely means 'sea warrior' or refers to Murcha, a 9th-century High King of Ireland.
Meaning and origin
Murphy entered English from Irish Gaelic as one of Ireland's most recognizable surnames, meaning 'descendant of Murcha' or 'descendant of Murchadh'.
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