Dulce
Dulce is a girl name of Spanish origin meaning “Sweet”, pronounced DOOL-seh. It ranked #771 in the United States in 2025, given to 352 babies, and peaked at #264 in 2007. Common nicknames: Dulci, Duli, Cece.
How popular is Dulce in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Dulce mean, and where does it come from?
Dulce is the Spanish and Portuguese word for sweet, and as a name it is usually short for María del Dulce Nombre — Mary of the Sweet Name, a Marian devotion — which is why it is often paired with María in Mexico and Spain. On its own it is simply the adjective, used the way English once used Sweet as a term of affection. It entered the American top thousand in 1990 and peaked in 2007, carried in part by the actress and singer Dulce María, and it has held a steady place since.
How is Dulce used around the world?
Dulce is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 5+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Dulce?
Famous People Named Dulce
- Dulce María — Mexican singer and actress, member of RBD
- Dulce Pontes — Portuguese singer
- Dulce Chacón — Spanish novelist and poet
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Dulce mean?
Dulce is a girl name of Spanish origin meaning "Sweet." Dulce is the Spanish and Portuguese word for sweet, and as a name it is usually short for María del Dulce Nombre — Mary of the Sweet Name, a Marian devotion — which is why it is often paired with María in Mexico and Spain. On its own it is simply the adjective, used the way English once used Sweet as a term of affection.
How do you pronounce Dulce?
Dulce is pronounced DOOL-seh. Common variations include Dulcie, Dulce María, Dolce.
Is Dulce a girl name?
Yes, Dulce is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Dulci, Duli, Cece.