Purvis
Pronunciation: [ p-ERV-ihs ]
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Purvis first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 370 babies have been named Purvis in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Purvis is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #15,033 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #15,033
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Purvis
Purvis is a boy name .
Purvis is currently ranked #15,033 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Purvis include Pur, Purv, Purvy, Purvie, Puy, Puie, and Purkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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