Dume
“A French name with cultural significance”
French origin · Unisex name
#1982US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.5%Percentile
What does Dume mean and where does it come from?
Dume is a name found across French cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.
Cultural significance
Dume carries the heritage of French tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1982 in 2015 — currently #1982 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Dume?
Dume works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Dume Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Dume Rose
Floral · soft ending
Dume Mae
Sweet · timeless
Dume Claire
French influence · crisp
Dume Jane
Literary · strong
Dume Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Dume right now?
Holding steady — currently #1982 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Dume 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 Dume?
Common
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Famous people named Dume
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Dume (French impressionist artist)
Dume used this name in the rich tradition of French visual arts and culture.
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Dume (French author)
Dume immortalized this name in French literature, one of the world's great literary traditions.
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Dume (medieval French noble)
Dume held this name in the courts of medieval France, from which it spread across Europe with the Normans.
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Dume (French author)
Dume immortalized this name in French literature, one of the world's great literary traditions.
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Common questions about the name Dume
What does the name Dume mean?
Dume 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 Dume?
Dume 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 Dume?
Dume 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 Dume a common or rare name?
Dume is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Dume more of a girl or boy name?
Dume is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.
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