Ancient civilization name or variation of Summer
As a given name, Sumer most often refers to the ancient Mesopotamian civilization, considered the cradle of civilization. It is also occasionally used as a phonetic spelling variant of the seasonal name Summer. Its use as a first name is rare and carries a sense of historical depth and antiquity.
Less common today
Sumer isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,269 in 1995.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
