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Purity
Purity Pronunciation
Purity is pronounced PYOOR-ə-tee /ˈpjʊr.ə.ti/High
Meaning: From the word purity — from Latin puritas, 'cleanness, purity, innocence' (a virtue name)Medium
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History & Origin
Purity comes from the word purity — from Latin puritas, 'cleanness, purity, innocence, blamelessness'. A virtue name in the Puritan tradition (and a popular modern name in Kenya). A sweet, meaningful, gentle word-name.
It registers thinly in the U.S. Rare, purity-and-innocence at the root, and meaningful.
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How do you pronounce Purity?
Purity is pronounced PYOOR-ə-tee (/ˈpjʊr.ə.ti/). Press play above to hear Purity said aloud.
How do you say Purity?
Purity is said PYOOR-ə-tee (/ˈpjʊr.ə.ti/). Press play above to hear Purity said aloud.
What does the name Purity mean?
Purity is the word for 'cleanness, purity, innocence' (a virtue name).
Is Purity a boy or girl name?
Purity is a girl's name.
How popular is Purity?
Purity is a rare name in the U.S.