Purcell
boy namePurcell entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #2115 in 1948, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
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rank today
#2115
peak (1948)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2990 |
| 1920s | #2981 |
| 1930s | #2884 |
| 1940s | #2779 |
| 1950s | #2783 |
| 1960s | #3498 |
| 1970s | #5022 |
| 1980s | #5689 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Purcell are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Purcell alive today was born around 1947, making them about 78 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Purcell in 2025?
- Purcell is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Purcell most popular?
- Purcell peaked in 1948, reaching #2115 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Purcell with classmates?
- Purcell will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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