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Dulce

“sweet”

About the name Dulce

Dulce is a Spanish girl’s name that comes from the Spanish word meaning ‘sweet’, from Latin dulcis. It is used in religious contexts, such as ‘Dulce Nombre de Jesús’ and ‘Dulce Nombre de María’, the Sweet Name of Jesus and of Mary, which are Catholic devotions. The name is used throughout Spanish-speaking countries and among Hispanic families in the United States. A well-known bearer is Dulce María, a Mexican singer and actress who was a member of the group RBD.

Meaning
sweet
Origin
Spanish
Gender
Girl
Pronunciation
DUL-say(2 syl.)

Variants and spellings

No common variant spellings are widely recorded.

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Middle names for Dulce

  • Dulce Maria
  • Dulce Isabel
  • Dulce Sofia
  • Dulce Elena
  • Dulce Victoria

Questions about Dulce

What does Dulce mean?
Dulce is a Spanish name meaning "sweet".
How do you pronounce Dulce?
Dulce is pronounced DUL-say, with emphasis on the first syllable.

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