Purvis \p(u)-rvis, pur-vis\ as a boy's name is of English and French origin, and the meaning of Purvis is "purveyor". Originated as a term for someone who provided food, or provisions.

Purvis has 2 variant forms: Purves and Purviss.

Baby names that sound like Purvis are Parviz, Parvaiz and Parvez.