This page needs Javascript enabled in order to work properly. Click here for instructions on how to enable it in your browser.
Surname Header Image
Get access to Murtty family records.Start a 14-Day Free Trial

Murtty Family History

Murtty Surname Meaning

Historically, surnames evolved as a way to sort people into groups - by occupation, place of origin, clan affiliation, patronage, parentage, adoption, and even physical characteristics (like red hair). Many of the modern surnames in the dictionary can be traced back to Britain and Ireland.


Similar surnames: Murthy, Murty, Murley, Murray, Murton, Murto, Murphy, Mutti, Kurtti

Search for a relative to learn more about your family history.

Hint: Try searching for a relative alive in 1940.

Where is the Murtty family from?

You can see how Murtty families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Murtty family name was found in the USA, and the UK between 1891 and 1920. The most Murtty families were found in United Kingdom in 1891. In 1891 there were 2 Murtty families living in Lancashire. This was about 67% of all the recorded Murtty's in United Kingdom. Lancashire had the highest population of Murtty families in 1891.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Murtty surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
Mapbox
© Mapbox © OpenStreetMap Improve this map

What Murtty family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 35 census records available for the last name Murtty. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Murtty census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

Search UK census records for Murtty

Passenger Lists

There are 11 immigration records available for the last name Murtty. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the UK, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

View all Murtty immigration records

Draft Cards

There are 1,000 military records available for the last name Murtty. For the veterans among your Murtty ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

View all Murtty military records

You've only scratched the surface of Murtty family history

Discover More

What is the average Murtty lifespan?

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Murtty ancestors lived in harsh conditions. A short lifespan might also indicate health problems that were once prevalent in your family. The SSDI is a searchable database of more than 70 million names. You can find birthdates, death dates, addresses and more.

Social Security Death Index (SSDI) for Murtty

Discover the unique achievements of ancestors in the Murtty family tree

Explore Your Tree
Search for another surname
Enter last name/surname
Start a 14-Day Free Trial