Rumi Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationROO-mee / /ˈruːmi/Japanese; Persian
Meaning
beauty; a poet
Historical & Cultural Background
In Japanese, Rumi can mean 'beauty' or 'flowing,' often associated with nature and aesthetics. In Persian, Rumi is linked to the famous 13th-century poet Jalal ad-Din Muhammad Rumi, whose works have had a profound influence on literature and spirituality.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Rumiya
- Rumiko
International Variants
- Rumi (Japanese)
- Rumi (Persian)
Famous people named Rumi
Rumi — Persian poet.
Rumi Neely — fashion blogger.
Fictional characters named Rumi
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rumi was first seen in the United States in 2004. Rumi has ranked as high as #1291 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Virginia, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Rumi has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rumi (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 13 | |
| TX | 6 | |
| VA | 6 | |
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 20 |
| 2016 | 25 |
| 2017 | 32 |
| 2018 | 51 |
| 2019 | 52 |
| 2020 | 59 |
| 2021 | 64 |
| 2022 | 57 |
| 2023 | 63 |
| 2024 | 69 |