Cumings

A Celtic name with cultural significance
Celtic origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1882US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.4%Percentile

What does Cumings mean and where does it come from?

Cumings is a name found across Celtic cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Cumings carries the heritage of Celtic tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1882 in 2015 — currently #1882 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Cumings?

Cumings works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Cumings Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Cumings Rose
Floral · soft ending
Cumings Mae
Sweet · timeless
Cumings Claire
French influence · crisp
Cumings Jane
Literary · strong
Cumings Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Cumings right now?

Holding steady — currently #1882 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1882 · Top 1.4%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#188210stable
2022#188210stable
2021#188210stable
2020#188210stable
2019#188210
💎Cumings is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Cumings?

Common
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Common questions about the name Cumings

What does the name Cumings mean?
Cumings means "A Celtic name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Celtic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Cumings?
Cumings is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Cumings?
Cumings originates from Celtic tradition. Celtic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Cumings a common or rare name?
Cumings is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Cumings more of a girl or boy name?
Cumings is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.