girl name · Japanese origin
Sumire
/ soo-MEE-reh /
Meaning
Sumire means Violet (Japanese).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Japanese
Pronunciation
soo-MEE-reh
Popularity of Sumire in the US, 1880–2025
Sumire first appears in US records in 1994. It peaked in 2018, when 11 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Sumire mean?
Sumire is the Japanese word for the violet flower.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sumire mean?
Sumire means Violet. Sumire is the Japanese word for the violet flower.
What is the origin of the name Sumire?
Sumire is of Japanese origin.
How do you pronounce Sumire?
Sumire is pronounced “soo-MEE-reh.”
Is Sumire a boy or a girl name?
Sumire is most commonly used as a girl name.
When was the name Sumire most popular?
Sumire was most popular in 2018, when about 11 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.