Purnell Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationPUR-nell / /ˈpɜrnɛl/French; English
Meaning
French: 'little Purn'; English: 'from Purnell'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Purnell has French origins, derived from the word 'purnel', which means 'little Purn'. It is also associated with English geographical surnames. Historically, surnames were often derived from the names of places or regions, indicating a connection to one's ancestry or locality. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, reflecting its adaptability across cultures.
Trend Summary
Purnell is a relatively uncommon name in the United States.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Purnell was first seen in the United States in 1913. Purnell has ranked as high as #1109 nationally, which occurred in 1964, and has been most popular in Maryland, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Purnell has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Purnell (1977)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MD | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1915 | 11 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1919 | 15 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 13 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1924 | 9 |
| 1925 | 10 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 11 |
| 1928 | 10 |
| 1929 | 9 |
| 1930 | 10 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1935 | 9 |
| 1937 | 8 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1939 | 11 |
| 1941 | 10 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1943 | 7 |
| 1944 | 18 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1946 | 14 |
| 1947 | 10 |
| 1948 | 15 |
| 1949 | 9 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1951 | 13 |
| 1952 | 11 |
| 1953 | 12 |
| 1954 | 12 |
| 1955 | 11 |
| 1956 | 10 |
| 1957 | 15 |
| 1958 | 15 |
| 1959 | 11 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 17 |
| 1964 | 19 |
| 1965 | 17 |
| 1966 | 14 |
| 1967 | 18 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1969 | 12 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 14 |
| 1972 | 13 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2010 | 6 |