Purnell
Purnell is a surname of English origin that is also found as a place name in several English-speaking countries. The name appears in medieval records and is generally understood as a patronymic or diminutive form derived from an earlier given name such as Pernell or Perrin, with these given names ultimately linked to the widespread given name Peter in various Romance language forms.
Over time, spelling variants emerged, including Parnell and Pernell, while Purnell has remained a common form
Geographic usage of Purnell occurs in the United Kingdom, Ireland, the United States, Canada, and Australia,
In modern times, Purnell is primarily encountered as a surname, though it is occasionally used as a