About Purse
The surname Purse is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word "purs," meaning a small bag or pouch used for carrying money. It is believed to have been a nickname or occupational name for someone who made or sold purses or who carried a purse as part of their profession. The name Purse may also have been given to someone who was known for being wealthy or who had a particular association with money.
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The surname Purse is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Purse 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 Purse is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Purse in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Purse using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.