Dumah
A French name with cultural significance
French origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1977US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.5%Percentile

What does Dumah mean and where does it come from?

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

Cultural significance
Dumah carries the heritage of French tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1977 in 2015 — currently #1977 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Dumah?

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

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

Holding steady — currently #1977 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1977 · Top 1.5%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#197710stable
2022#197710stable
2021#197710stable
2020#197710stable
2019#197710
💎Dumah 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 Dumah?

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Famous people named Dumah

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Dumah (medieval French noble)
Dumah held this name in the courts of medieval France, from which it spread across Europe with the Normans.
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Dumah (French impressionist artist)
Dumah used this name in the rich tradition of French visual arts and culture.
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Dumah (medieval French noble)
Dumah held this name in the courts of medieval France, from which it spread across Europe with the Normans.
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Dumah (French author)
Dumah immortalized this name in French literature, one of the world's great literary traditions.
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Common questions about the name Dumah

What does the name Dumah mean?
Dumah 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 Dumah?
Dumah 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 Dumah?
Dumah 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 Dumah a common or rare name?
Dumah is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Dumah more of a girl or boy name?
Dumah is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.