Violet flower
In Japanese, Sumire is most commonly written with the kanji for 'violet' (the flower). The name evokes the delicate beauty of the purple blossom and has been a popular choice for girls in Japan for generations.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Sumire in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Japanese voice actress and singer
Olympic speed skater
Class representative in the Boruto series · Boruto: Naruto Next Generations
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