MURTY
Murty
Murty is a surname of Irish origin, which has been recorded in the British Isles, particularly in Ireland and Scotland. The name is derived from the Gaelic MacMurtagh, meaning "son of Muircheartach," with "Muircheartach" translating to "mariner" or "navigator."
The Murty surname is believed to have originated in medieval Ireland, with early records dating back to the 12th century. It is associated with the ancient Gaelic clans of Ireland and Scotland, who were known for their seafaring skills and navigation abilities.
Over the centuries, bearers of the Murty surname have spread to various parts of the British Isles and beyond, including England, Wales, and other English-speaking countries. The surname has undergone various spelling variations, including MacMurtagh, MacMurtry, MacMurtie, and MacMurty.
Today, the Murty surname is relatively uncommon but can still be found among individuals of Irish and Scottish descent. The name carries a sense of heritage and connection to the maritime history of the Celtic peoples.
Notable individuals with the surname Murty have made contributions to various fields, including business, academia, and the arts. The name continues to be a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the diverse cultural influences that have shaped the British Isles over the centuries.
There are approximately 197 people named Murty in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Murty.
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alexander
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- Edward
- James
- John
- Jonathan
- Michael
- Peter
- Robin
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Alison
- Dorothy
- Elaine
- Elizabeth
- Elsie
- Gillian
- Jacqueline
- Jill
- Lesley
- Mary
- Miranda
- Nicola
- Sandra
- Sarah
Similar and related surnames
- Mahrt
- Maret
- Maretti
- Marety
- Marity
- Mart
- Marte
- Martey
- Marti
- Martie
- Martis
- Martiz
- Martt
- Marty
- Martye
- Martyn
- Martyr
- Martys
- Mauti
- Mayarty
- Meartty
- Meert
- Merity
- Mert
- Mertyn
- Mirt
- Moraty
- Mordt
- Moret
- Moretti
- Mority
- Mort
- Morte
- Mortey
- Morti
- Mortis
- Mortiz
- Mortt
- Morty
- Mortyn
- Murdy
- Murt
- Murta
- Murte
- Murtey
- Murthy
- Murti
- Murtie
- Murtin
- Murto
- Murtow
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.