Declining since 2007, #10,107 for girls today.
Popularity of Dulcemaria since 1987
Babies named Dulcemaria per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 28 |
| 2000s | 316 |
| 2010s | 298 |
| 2020s | 85 |
Meaning & origin
Dulcemaria is a Spanish compound name combining 'dulce' (sweet) and 'María' (Mary), making it a devotional name in honor of the Virgin Mary. First recorded in 1987, its peak popularity came in 2011, and it has since been on a downward trajectory. In 2025, the name ranked 10,107 with approximately 1 in 178,585 baby girls receiving this name. While the top states for the name in its peak year are not available, its usage is concentrated in communities with Spanish-speaking heritage. The name reflects a tradition of creating compound names blending descriptors with religious figures, a pattern seen across the Spanish-speaking world.
Dulcemaria is a compound of the Spanish words 'dulce' (sweet) and 'María' (Mary), forming a devotional name honoring the Virgin Mary. It first appeared in the late 20th century, primarily in Hispanic communities in the United States. The name saw modest popularity in the 2000s and early 2010s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dulce, Maria, Dul, Cema
Sibling names for Dulcemaria
Names that share Dulcemaria's style, for a brother or sister.
