Purcell
Pronunciation: [ p-ers-EHL ]
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Purcell first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 202 babies have been named Purcell in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Purcell is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #13,759 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #13,759
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Purcell
Purcell is a boy name .
Purcell is currently ranked #13,759 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Purcell include Pur, Purc, Purcy, Purcie, Ell, Elly, Ellie, Puy, Puie, and Purkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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