Sumi
- Gender
- Female
- Meaning
- Clear; Refined
- Origin
- Japanese
Sumi Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 206 baby girls have been named Sumi. The name peaked in 1922 with 9 US births that year (rank #3626).
Top States for Sumi
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Sumi births are: California (11).
Other Japanese-Origin Names Like Sumi
If you like Sumi's Japanese origin, consider these related names: Aiko, Akeno, Aki, Akiko, Akina. Browse all Japanese names →
4-Letter Names Starting with S
Names with Sumi's exact length and starting letter: Saad, Saba, Safa, Sage, Sakr.
Quick Facts About Sumi
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sue | Lily | Female | Hebrew |
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Compare Sumi to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Sumi against today's most popular girls-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).
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