Murl Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationMURL / mɜrlIrish; Scottish
Meaning
Irish: sea; Scottish: from the sea
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Murl has roots in both Irish and Scottish cultures, often associated with the sea. In Irish, it is derived from 'muir', meaning 'sea'. The name is relatively uncommon and may be used in various regions, reflecting a connection to maritime themes.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Murl was first seen in the United States in 1886. Murl has ranked as high as #804 nationally, which occurred in 1919, and has been most popular in Oklahoma, Missouri, Texas, Kentucky, and Arkansas. In the past 5 years the name Murl has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Murl (1959)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OK | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1886 | 5 |
| 1891 | 7 |
| 1893 | 7 |
| 1894 | 7 |
| 1897 | 5 |
| 1898 | 9 |
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1900 | 6 |
| 1901 | 8 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1904 | 6 |
| 1905 | 9 |
| 1906 | 6 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1908 | 8 |
| 1909 | 10 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1911 | 9 |
| 1912 | 21 |
| 1913 | 26 |
| 1914 | 35 |
| 1915 | 50 |
| 1916 | 59 |
| 1917 | 42 |
| 1918 | 53 |
| 1919 | 65 |
| 1920 | 52 |
| 1921 | 57 |
| 1922 | 55 |
| 1923 | 43 |
| 1924 | 65 |
| 1925 | 52 |
| 1926 | 50 |
| 1927 | 58 |
| 1928 | 46 |
| 1929 | 33 |
| 1930 | 47 |
| 1931 | 41 |
| 1932 | 42 |
| 1933 | 34 |
| 1934 | 37 |
| 1935 | 29 |
| 1936 | 34 |
| 1937 | 27 |
| 1938 | 35 |
| 1939 | 36 |
| 1940 | 30 |
| 1941 | 28 |
| 1942 | 32 |
| 1943 | 26 |
| 1944 | 25 |
| 1945 | 35 |
| 1946 | 19 |
| 1947 | 38 |
| 1948 | 18 |
| 1949 | 15 |
| 1950 | 30 |
| 1951 | 13 |
| 1952 | 23 |
| 1953 | 17 |
| 1954 | 20 |
| 1955 | 13 |
| 1956 | 16 |
| 1957 | 20 |
| 1958 | 19 |
| 1959 | 14 |
| 1960 | 12 |
| 1961 | 14 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1963 | 17 |
| 1964 | 13 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1983 | 5 |