Find out how popular the first name Dulce has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Dulce by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Dulce is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 100% of people named Dulce being female.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 360 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Dulce.

The history of the first name Dulce

The name Dulce has its origins in the Latin language, derived from the word "dulcis," meaning sweet or pleasant. It was commonly used in ancient Roman times as a descriptive term for someone with a sweet or gentle demeanor.

During the Middle Ages, the name Dulce gained popularity in parts of Europe, particularly in Spain and Portugal, where it was often associated with religious devotion and piety. It was not uncommon for young girls to be named Dulce as a testament to their sweetness and innocence.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Dulce can be found in the 12th century, when a Spanish noblewoman named Dulce de Barcelona lived during the reign of King Alfonso II of Aragon. She was known for her charitable works and her role in founding several religious houses.

In the 13th century, a Franciscan nun named Dulce de Llobregat was revered in Catalonia for her piety and miracles. She is remembered as the patron saint of pregnant women and those struggling with infertility.

During the Renaissance, the name Dulce was favored among the upper classes in Italy and Spain. One notable figure was Dulce Maria Lomelín, a 16th century Spanish noblewoman known for her patronage of the arts and her influence in the court of King Philip II.

In literature, the name Dulce appears in the 19th century romantic poem "Dulce et Decorum Est" by Wilfred Owen, which portrays the horrors of World War I. The title, taken from the Latin phrase "Dulce et decorum est pro patria mori," meaning "It is sweet and honorable to die for one's country," contrasts with the grim realities of war depicted in the poem.

Another famous bearer of the name Dulce was Dulce María Borrego, a Mexican singer and actress born in 1985, who rose to prominence as a member of the successful pop group RBD and later pursued a successful solo career.

Data source

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