Dime

A Greek name with cultural significance
Greek origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1918US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.4%Percentile

What does Dime mean and where does it come from?

Dime is a name found across Greek cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Dime carries the heritage of Greek tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1918 in 2015 — currently #1918 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Dime?

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

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

Holding steady — currently #1918 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1918 · Top 1.4%
2019
2020
2021
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2023
YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#191810stable
2022#191810stable
2021#191810stable
2020#191810stable
2019#191810
💎Dime 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 Dime?

Common
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Famous people named Dime

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Dime (ancient philosopher)
Dime bore this name in classical Greece, where it was associated with wisdom and learning.
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Dime (Greek mythological figure)
Dime carried this name in Greek mythology, connecting it to divine or heroic tradition.
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Dime (Byzantine leader)
Dime used this name through the Byzantine Empire, preserving its Greek heritage into the medieval era.
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Dime (Greek poet or artist)
Dime helped establish this as a name of cultural and artistic prestige in the Hellenic world.
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Common questions about the name Dime

What does the name Dime mean?
Dime means "A Greek name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Greek 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 Dime?
Dime 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 Dime?
Dime originates from Greek tradition. Greek names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Dime a common or rare name?
Dime is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Dime more of a girl or boy name?
Dime is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.