Dulce
Dulce is a Christian girl name of Latin, via Portuguese and Spanish origin, meaning “Sweet”.
| Meaning | Sweet |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Latin, via Portuguese and Spanish |
| Pronunciation | DOOL-see |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Brazil, Portugal, Mexico, Spain |
Meaning and origin of Dulce
Dulce comes from Latin dulcis, 'sweet'. In Catholic tradition it echoes the Marian title Dulce Nombre de María, 'Sweet Name of Mary'. In Brazil it is closely associated with Saint Dulce of the Poor (Irmã Dulce), a nun from Salvador who cared for the sick and the poor and was canonised in 2019. It is also used as a gentle word-name, standing on its own or as part of Maria Dulce.
Is Dulce a Christian name?
Dulce is a Catholic name in Portuguese and Spanish-speaking countries, linked to devotion to the Sweet Name of Mary and, in Brazil, to Saint Dulce of the Poor.
How popular is Dulce?
Known in Brazil, Portugal and Latin America; a more modest choice today.
Gifts with the name Dulce
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Spellings and variants of Dulce
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dulce mean?
Dulce means 'Sweet'. It is of Latin, via Portuguese and Spanish origin.
Is Dulce a Christian name?
Dulce is a Catholic name in Portuguese and Spanish-speaking countries, linked to devotion to the Sweet Name of Mary and, in Brazil, to Saint Dulce of the Poor.
How do you pronounce Dulce?
Dulce is pronounced DOOL-see.
Is Dulce a boy or girl name?
Dulce is usually a girl name.