Dulcie
d(u)-lcie,
dul-cie
US Popularity:19061
Origin:Latin
Other Origin(s):Spanish
Meaning:Sweet, candy
This is about as sweet a name as you can get. Dulcie comes from the Latin word dulcis, meaning "sweet,” and is also inspired by the Spanish word for "candy." It's related to Dulce, a traditional name that Cervantes drew inspiration from when naming Dulcinea, the chosen lady of the erratic knight Don Quixote. Baby Dulcie can use their name as a reminder to be as sweet as pie, even if their tantrums might say otherwise.
How Popular Is The Name Dulcie?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Dulcie is currently #4688 on The Bump
Girl:Dulcie is currently #3115 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Dulcie is currently #19061 in U.S. births
Girl:Dulcie is currently #11332 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2024
#11332
in 2024
+ 4595
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Dulcie, December 2014
Collins Spanish Dictionary, Dulce
Name Doctor, Dulce
Britannica, Don Quixote, novel by Cervantes, August 2020
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