Purnell

Pronunciation: [ p-ERN-uhl ]

Boy Name #23,366 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Purnell is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced p-ERN-uhl.

Parents who love the name Purnell often also consider Purl, Purvis, Purcell .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #23,366
Total SSA Count: 6

Nicknames

Pur Puy Purie Purnie

Also a Girl Name

Purnell is also used as a girl name, ranked #37720.

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Similar Names

Purl Purvis Purcell Purdy Purnell Pura Purlie Pualani

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Frequently Asked Questions About Purnell

Is Purnell a boy or girl name?

Purnell is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #23366. As a girl name, it is ranked #37720. Purnell is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Purnell?

Purnell is pronounced p-ERN-uhl.

How popular is the name Purnell?

Purnell is currently ranked #23366 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Purnell?

Common nicknames for Purnell include Pur, Puy, Purie, and Purnie.

Is Purnell a common or rare name?

Purnell is an uncommon name, ranked #23366 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Purnell

Purnell is a boy name .

Is Purnell a boy or girl name? Purnell is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #23,366 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #37,720. Purnell is more commonly used as a boy name.

Purnell is currently ranked #23,366 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Purnell include Pur, Puy, Purie, and Purnie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.