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Purificacion
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- Purificacion
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Purificacion (Purificación) is a girl's name of Spanish origin that directly translates to "the purification" and figuratively means "the purified one." The name has its roots in the Spanish word purificación.
What does the name Purificacion mean?
Purificacion (Purificación) is a feminine name that originates from Spanish and literally means "the purification" as well as, in a figurative sense, "the purified one." This name derives from the Spanish term purificación and the Latin pūrificātiōnem for "the purification." It is often seen in connection with the religious or ritual purification of the Virgin Mary after her birth, which makes it especially popular among Catholic parents.
How do you pronounce Purificacion?
Pu-ri-fi-ka-tion
Popularity
Purificacion is a rather rare name in Germany. It has not yet made its mark in the German name popularity lists. The best placement of the name Purificacion in France was in 1963, when it reached 1,462nd place. Between 1930 and 2024, the name was given about 20 times in France, placing it at 4,934th. However, it has not been chosen for newborns there in the last ten years.
Nicknames & pet names
Puri
Frequently asked questions about the name Purificacion
What does the name Purificacion mean?
Purificacion literally means 'the purification' and figuratively 'the purified one.' The name has its roots in the Spanish word purificación and the Latin pūrificātiōnem.
Where does the name Purificacion come from?
The name Purificacion has its origins in Old Spanish and Latin and is closely associated with the religious or ritual purification of the Virgin Mary.
Is the name Purificacion popular?
Yes, Purificacion is particularly popular among Catholic parents, as it has a strong religious significance and is often associated with purity and holiness.