Purcell
Norman French · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Purcell
Purcell derives from the Old French "Purceau" or "Pourceau," meaning "piglet" or "young pig," ultimately rooted in Latin "porcellus" (diminutive of "porcus").
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Etymology
Purcell derives from the Old French "Purceau" or "Pourceau," meaning "piglet" or "young pig," ultimately rooted in Latin "porcellus" (diminutive of "porcus"). The surname originated in Norman England and became established in Ireland, particularly among Anglo-Norman families, with notable bearers including the Baroque composer Henry Purcell (1659-1695).
Purcell currently ranks #5,596 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1948.
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