Sommer is a girl's name of English origin meaning “Summer; Old English origin meaning "the warm season".” With 2 syllables, it is short and easy to say. Common nicknames include Som. As of 2026, Sommer ranks #920 among girls' names in the United States and has held a steady level of popularity. Its highest US ranking was #399 in 1977.
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SUM-er
Phonetic spelling
Currently #920 among US baby names.
* Based on US Social Security Administration birth-registration data
Sommer means “Summer; Old English origin meaning "the warm season".” It is a girl's name of English origin.
Sommer is pronounced SUM-er.
Sommer is most commonly used as a girl's name.
Sommer currently ranks #920 among girls' names in the United States.
Popular nicknames for Sommer include Som.
Middle names that pair well with Sommer include Sommer Rose, Sommer Grace, Sommer Marie, Sommer Jane.
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