Sumi
Fact sheet
- Name
- Sumi
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The first name Sumi, used for girls, carries the meaning 'the pure one' and comes from Japanese, where the word sumi (澄) means 'clean, pure.'
What does the name Sumi mean?
Sumi is a female first name that means 'the pure one' and derives from the Japanese term sumi (澄), which means 'clean, pure.'
Where does the name Sumi come from?
Sumi is a female first name of Japanese origin and means 'the pure one.' The Japanese term sumi (澄) consists of the characters for 'clean' and 'pure.'
Popularity
Sumi enjoys great popularity in Germany. In 2022, the name ranked 2,000th on the list of the most common first names for girls. Its best placement was in 2013 at rank 1,434. Over the last ten years, the name has been given approximately 30 times as a first name, placing it 4,714th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, Sumi ranks 3,322nd.
Nicknames & pet names
Su / Sumili / Sumsum
Famous people
- Soomi Kim (Korean actress)
- Sumi Jo (South Korean soprano)
Frequently asked questions about the name Sumi
What is the meaning of the name Sumi?
Sumi means 'the pure one' and derives from the Japanese term sumi (澄), which means 'clean' and 'pure.'
Where does the name Sumi come from?
Sumi is a female first name of Japanese origin.
How popular is the name Sumi?
The popularity of the name Sumi varies, but it is known in Japan and among enthusiasts of Japanese culture.