Dulcinea Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationdul-si-NAY-uh / /dʌl.sɪˈneɪ.ə/Spanish; Italian
Meaning
Spanish: sweet; Italian: from Dulce
Historical & Cultural Background
Dulcinea is a name derived from the Spanish word 'dulce,' meaning sweet. It is most famously associated with the character Dulcinea del Toboso from Miguel de Cervantes' novel 'Don Quixote.' The name has been used in literature to symbolize idealized love. Its romantic connotations have made it a popular choice in various cultures.
Trend Summary
Dulcinea has seen limited popularity in the U.S., often associated with literary references.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dulcie
International Variants
- Dulcinea (Spanish)
- Dulcinea (Italian)
Famous people named Dulcinea
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Fictional characters named Dulcinea
Dulcinea del Toboso is a character in Miguel de Cervantes' 'Don Quixote,' representing the idealized love of the protagonist.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dulcinea was first seen in the United States in 1921. Dulcinea has ranked as high as #1367 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Dulcinea has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dulcinea (2006)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 11 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 16 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2024 | 7 |