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Purdie

From an English surname derived from the Norman French oath pur die, meaning by God, possibly used originally as a nickname for a person known for swearing oaths.

Meaning and origin

Purdie comes from an English surname that originated from the Norman French expression pur die, meaning by God.

How to pronounce Purdie

English (US)PUR-dee

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