Purves

French and English

"providing food"

Purves Origin and Meaning

The name Purves is a boy's name.

Purves is a masculine name of Scottish origin, derived from a surname that originated as a place name. It likely referred to someone from a place called Purves in the Scottish Borders. Linguistically, it may have connections to Old English 'purh' meaning 'copse' or 'thicket.' As a first name, Purves is exceptionally rare, making it a very distinctive choice. The name has remained primarily within Scottish families and communities, particularly those with ancestral ties to the Scottish Borders region. It has a dignified, somewhat academic sound with its crisp consonants. Parents might choose Purves to honor Scottish heritage or for its uniqueness among more common masculine names.