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Purvis vs Barley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Barley

Boy #24,885 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"barley grain, of the barley field"

Origin: Old English baerlic

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#24,885
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Purvis Rank #15,033
Barley Rank #24,885

Purvis is more popular, ranked #15033 vs #24885 for Barley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Purvis or Barley more popular?

Purvis is more popular, ranked #15033 compared to Barley at #24885 in the United States.

What do Purvis and Barley mean?

Barley means "barley grain, of the barley field" (Old English baerlic origin).

Are Purvis and Barley boy or girl names?

Purvis is primarily a boy name. Barley is primarily a boy name.

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