Purvis
Purvis Meaning & Origin
About Purvis
The surname Purvis is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Old French word "pourveour," meaning "provider" or "steward." It was originally an occupational name given to someone who was responsible for providing provisions or supplies, particularly in a royal or noble household. Over time, the name Purvis evolved into a hereditary surname and has been passed down through generations. Today, individuals with the surname Purvis can be found across the world, particularly in Scotland and other English-speaking countries.
Popularity
Surname Popularity by Ethnicity
The surname Purvis is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
- Number of People with the name Purvis: 16,686
- Overall Popularity: 0.01%
- Ranking: 2177
- Frequency per 100k people: 5.66
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Purvis 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 Purvis is not currently available.
Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Purvis in Braille
Here's how to represent Purvis in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
How to sign the name Purvis using Sign Language
The image below shows how you can spell Purvis using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
