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The boy's name Purvis \p(u)-

is of English and French origin, and its meaning is "purveyor". Originated as a term for someone who provided food, or provisions.

Purvis has 2 variant forms: Purves and Purviss.

Baby names that sound like Purvis are Parviz, Parvaiz and Parvez.

Purvis is an uncommon first name for men but a very common last name for both men and women (#1726 out of 88799). (1990 U.S. Census)

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