Murray surname: meaning and origin
Murray means descendant or son of Muireadhach, meaning lord or master. It is a native Gaelic Irish family from Sligo and Roscommon.
| Irish form | Ó Muireadhaigh / Mac Muireadhaigh |
|---|---|
| Meaning | descendant or son of Muireadhach, meaning lord or master |
| Home region | Sligo and Roscommon (Connacht) |
| Origin | Gaelic |
| Variants | Murry, McMurray |
History of the Murray name
Murray is both an Irish and a Scottish name. In Ireland it usually comes from the Muireadhach families of Connacht.
More surnames from Connacht
- Burkede Búrca · of the fortress or town
- ConnollyÓ Conghaile · descendant of Conghal
- O'ConnorÓ Conchobhair · descendant of Conchobhar
- EganMac Aodhagáin · son of Aodhagán
- FlanaganÓ Flannagáin · descendant of Flannagán
- HigginsÓ hUiginn · descendant of Uiginn
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Murray mean?
Murray (Irish: Ó Muireadhaigh or Mac Muireadhaigh) means descendant or son of Muireadhach, meaning lord or master.
What is the Irish spelling of Murray?
The Irish-language form of Murray is Ó Muireadhaigh or Mac Muireadhaigh.
Where is the surname Murray from?
Murray is a native Gaelic Irish family, associated with Sligo and Roscommon in Connacht.
What are other spellings of Murray?
Related spellings and forms include Murry, McMurray.