Murray

Murray is a Scottish surname derived from the region of Moray in Scotland, whose name comes from the Scottish Gaelic Moireabh, possibly meaning "beside the sea" or related to a Brythonic word for settlement. The Murray River in Australia shares this origin. As a given name, Murray carries a warm, slightly old-fashioned character that has found renewed appreciation in recent years, particularly among owners who favor classic, underused names.

Murray is a name with a wonderful, slightly underused quality that immediately sets a companion apart. It carries a warm, good-humored dignity — the kind of name that suits a shaggy, large-headed dog with wise eyes and a gentle manner, or a cat with a philosophical disposition and a preference for comfortable furniture. Pets named Murray tend to be steady and affectionate, with a reliable warmth that makes them deeply beloved members of the family. This name wears very well over time.