The focus of this group is the Murphy surname. Our goal is to help Murphys around the globe find kin and pinpoint their unique Irish origins.

Murphy is one of the most common surnames in Ireland. We have been surprised to learn that the majority of Murphys living today fit into one of four Murphy families. Haplotype I Murphys descend from Niall of the Nine Hostages.

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