Plume
Plume Meaning & Origin
About Plume
The surname Plume is of French origin and is derived from the word "plume," meaning "feather" in English. It is an occupational surname that was likely given to someone who worked with feathers, such as a feather merchant or a maker of feathered accessories. The name may also have been used as a nickname for someone with a light or graceful demeanor, resembling the delicate nature of a feather. Overall, the surname Plume signifies a connection to the feather trade or a characteristic associated with feathers.
Popularity
Surname Popularity by Ethnicity
The surname Plume is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
- Number of People with the name Plume: 481
- Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
- Ranking: 44653
- Frequency per 100k people: 0.16
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Plume based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Plume is not currently available.
Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Plume in Braille
Here's how to represent Plume in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
How to sign the name Plume using Sign Language
The image below shows how you can spell Plume using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
