About Purchase
The surname Purchase is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word "purchas," meaning "acquisition" or "purchase." It was likely originally used as a nickname for someone who was known for their shrewdness in acquiring or purchasing goods or property. Over time, it became a hereditary surname passed down through generations.
The surname Purchase is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Purchase based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Purchase is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Purchase in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Purchase using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.