Purity

“The state or quality of being pure; innocence.” — Associated with spiritual cleanliness

English origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#5509US 2023

23Births / yr

↑Rising

266All-time births

📅 Since 199100

How to pronounce Purity

PYUHR·ut·ee

/ˈpjʊr.ət.iː/ · stress on PYUHR · 3 syllables

“The state or quality of being pure; innocence.”

Associated with spiritual cleanliness · English origin

What does Purity mean and where does it come from?

The name Purity is derived from the word itself, connoting cleanliness and freedom from moral fault. Although not very common as a given name, it can be found in various cultures, often representing virtues. In religious texts, purity is often associated with spiritual cleanliness. Notable figures i

Cultural significance

Purity has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the state or quality of being pure; innocence..

Peak popularity

Reached #6160 in 2020 — currently #5509 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Purity?

Purity works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Purity Grace

How popular is Purity right now?

Rising fast — up 642 spots — currently #5509 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#5509 · Top 4.1%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5509	23	▲ up 642 · +15% births
2022	#6151	20	▲ up 1028 · +25% births
2021	#7179	16	▼ down 1019 · -16% births
2020	#6160	19	▲ up 959 · +12% births
2015	#7119	17	▲ up 2392 · +42% births
2010	#9511	12	▼ down 829 · -8% births
2005	#8682	13	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Purity

Best Year2023Rank #5509

Peak Count23

Average Rank#7187

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20237 years

The story of Purity

Purity is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1991. With 266 total births recorded, Purity remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #8682 in 2005 to #5509 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Purity in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Purity by decade

Purity peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	16
2000s	96
2010s ★	135
2020s	19

💎Purity has only 266 total recorded births since 1991 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Purity?

Common

PurPuriePuryUrity

What names sound and feel like Purity?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Purity also consider these

Unity

English · The state of

Buity

International · A International name

Levity

English · Lightness of Mind

Dority

Latin · A Latin name

Darity

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Rarity

American · Uncommon

Charity

English · love, kindness, benevolence

Crumity

Celtic · A Celtic name

Common questions about the name Purity

What does the name Purity mean?

Purity means "The state or quality of being pure; innocence." — a name rooted in English tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Purity?

Purity is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Purity have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Purity?

Purity originates from English tradition. English names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Purity?

Purity is a three-syllable name pronounced P Y UH1 R AH0 T IY0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Purity?

Purity pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar English heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.