Murilo Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmoo-REE-loh / muˈɾiluPortuguese; Latin
Meaning
little sea (Portuguese); of the sea (Latin)
Historical & Cultural Background
Murilo is primarily of Portuguese origin, derived from the diminutive form of the name 'Murilo,' which is associated with the sea. In Latin, it relates to the term for 'sea,' reflecting a connection to water and nature. The name has been used in various cultural contexts, particularly in Brazil, where it is quite popular.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Muri
- Mur
- Muro
International Variants
- Murilo (Portuguese)
- Muriel (French)
Famous people named Murilo
Murilo Benício — actor.
Murilo Ferreira — businessman.
Fictional characters named Murilo
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Murilo was first seen in the United States in 2005. Murilo has ranked as high as #1358 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Murilo has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Murilo (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MA | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2024 | 12 |