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Sublime

Quick answerThe name Sublime derives from the Latin "sublimis," meaning "lofty," "elevated," or "of high standing," combining "sub-" (up to) and "limen" (threshold or lintel).

Latin · Girl · 2 syllables

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Popularity & facts

Relative popularity index, 2010–2025
GenderGirl
US Rank#13,638
TrendFalling ↓
Peak year2019
Syllables2
OriginLatin
LanguageEnglish
Letters7
Numerology9 Chaldean 6
Global rank#3,520

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Historical popularity from 1880–2025 · US Social Security Administration data

About the name Sublime

The name Sublime derives from the Latin "sublimis," meaning "lofty," "elevated," or "of high standing," combining "sub-" (up to) and "limen" (threshold or lintel).

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Etymology

The name Sublime derives from the Latin "sublimis," meaning "lofty," "elevated," or "of high standing," combining "sub-" (up to) and "limen" (threshold or lintel). It entered English usage during the Renaissance and represents qualities of grandeur and excellence rather than serving as a traditional given name across cultures.

Sublime currently ranks #13,638 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2019.

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