Murdoch Name Meaning & Origin
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The surname Murdoch is of Scottish origin, derived from the Gaelic 'Murachd' meaning 'sea warrior' or 'sea battler'. It was originally a nickname for a fierce or brave person, and later became a hereditary surname. The name is most common in Scotland and among Scottish descendants, and has spread to other English-speaking countries.
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British (Anglo-American) 74% -
Australian (Anglo-Australian) 16% -
American (Anglo-American) 10%
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Name Details
- Last Name: Murdoch
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Unisex
Famous People Named Murdoch
Rupert Murdoch is a prominent Australian-American media mogul and founder of News Corp. Murdoch is also the surname of Sir William Murdoch, a Scottish engineer and inventor, and Malcolm Murdoch, an Australian rugby player.
Murdoch Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 1
People with this name tend to be: A natural born leader, independent and ambitious.