Boy nameNot in the current top charts
Purl
1 syllablePeak year: 19254 lettersStarts with P
Meaning & origin
We're still researching Purl's meaning
We don't have a verified origin story for this name yet — we'd rather leave it blank than make one up. Check back soon, or explore the popularity data below in the meantime.
Purl's popularity over time
| Year | Births named Purl |
|---|---|
| 1884 | 6 |
| 1885 | 7 |
| 1886 | 5 |
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1925 | 10 |
| 1929 | 6 |
Purl through the decades
- Purl peaked in 1925, when 10 babies were named Purl in the US.