Duma

A French name with cultural significance
French origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1976US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.5%Percentile

What does Duma mean and where does it come from?

Duma is a name found across French cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Duma carries the heritage of French tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1976 in 2015 — currently #1976 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Duma?

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

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

Holding steady — currently #1976 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1976 · Top 1.5%
2019
2020
2021
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2023
YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#197610stable
2022#197610stable
2021#197610stable
2020#197610stable
2019#197610
💎Duma 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 Duma?

Common
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Famous people named Duma

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Duma (French monarch)
Duma bore this name in the French royal court, spreading its aristocratic prestige across Europe.
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Duma (French philosopher)
Duma carried this name in the Enlightenment tradition that shaped modern Western thought.
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Duma (medieval French noble)
Duma held this name in the courts of medieval France, from which it spread across Europe with the Normans.
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Duma (French author)
Duma immortalized this name in French literature, one of the world's great literary traditions.
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Common questions about the name Duma

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