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Name
Sumire
Gender
Girl name
Syllables
3

The Japanese girl's name Sumire (菫) can be directly translated from Japanese as 'the violet.'

What does the name Sumire mean?

The name Sumire (菫) means 'the violet' in Japanese.

Where does the name Sumire come from?

Sumire is a female name from Japan that carries the meaning 'the violet.' The origin of the word lies in the Japanese language, using the Kanji writing 菫.

How do you pronounce Sumire?

The sound and pronunciation of Sumire: The name is three syllables and feels soft, airy, and gentle. In German pronunciation, it is usually pronounced as 'Su-mi-re' [ˈsuːmiɾe]. It begins with a soft S sound, followed by bright, open vowels, creating a harmonious and flowing movement. The final syllable '-re' provides a gentle and light conclusion to the name. The combination of soft consonants and flowing vowels conveys a special softness, elegance, and subtle grace. Overall, Sumire feels friendly, charming, harmonious, and stylish - soft, melodic, pleasant, and slightly exotic.

Popularity

In Germany, Sumire is a rather rare name. In 2020, it ranked 4,158th on the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2019 at 4,068th. In the last ten years, the name has been given less than 10 times, placing it at 7,773rd in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 9,410th.

Nicknames & pet names

Mimi / Mire / Miri / Su / Sumi

Famous people

  • Sumire Haruno (Japanese actress)
  • Sumire Morohoshi (actress from Japan)
  • Sumire Sato (member of the band SKE48)
  • Sumire Uesaka (voice actress from Japan)
  • Sumire Yoshizawa (character in 'Persona 5 Royal')

Frequently asked questions about the name Sumire

What does the name Sumire mean?

The name Sumire means 'the violet' in Japanese.

Where does the name Sumire come from?

Sumire is a female name from Japan, rooted in the Japanese language.

How popular is the name Sumire?

The popularity of the name Sumire varies, but it is especially popular in Japan.

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