Sumpter is an uncommon given name of English origin, derived from Old French 'Sumestre', meaning 'summer'. It was originally a surname, but has since been adopted as a first name in some instances. The name gained some recognition through notable individuals such as American actor SumpterWhitfield. However, it remains relatively rare and unique.
The name Sumpter saw fluctuations in popularity over the years with a total of 49 births recorded between 1892 and 1953. The highest number of births occurred in 1931 with nine babies named Sumpter, while some years saw as few as five births (1892, 1895, 1953).