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.
About 7 girls were named Sumer in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
