Murry

Murry is primarily an anglicized form of the Scottish Gaelic surname MacMhuirich, meaning 'son of Muirich.' Muirich itself is derived from a Gaelic personal name meaning 'sea-settler' or 'mariner.' The name has a long history in Scotland, particularly associated with the Clan Murray, one of the most powerful and influential Highland clans. Over time, the surname evolved into a given name, especially as Scottish and Irish immigrants moved to other parts of the world, including the United States.

While often seen as a variant of Murray, Murry can also be a diminutive or pet form of other names, or even a phonetic spelling. In the United States, its usage as a first name has been less common than Murray, but it has appeared sporadically throughout the 20th century, often reflecting a desire for a slightly different or more unique spelling of the more common name.