Damaris Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Damaris is a name of Greek origin meaning 'gentle' or 'calf'. It has evolved from Ancient Greek to Latin and then to English. The name is associated with biblical references and is perceived positively in contemporary society. Notable figures with the name include Damaris Hayman and Damaris Phillips.
The name Damaris is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Damaris has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Damaris' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4234th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5587th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10456th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4650th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3018th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1912th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1059th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1004th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 788th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1455th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Damaris' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Damaris"
Pronunciation
/dəˈmɛrɪs/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Damaris is derived from the Greek word 'damaris', which means 'gentle' or 'calf'.
Meaning
gentle, calf
Language Evolution
Damaris (Ancient Greek), Damaris (Latin), Damaris (English)
Biblical Background
Damaris is mentioned in the New Testament as a woman from Athens who accepted the teachings of Paul.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Christian contexts due to its biblical reference and has been used in various cultures since the early centuries of the Common Era.
Variants & Derivatives
Damaris (common variant), Dami (short form), Mara (derived form)
Modern Popularity & Image
In modern times, Damaris is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with gentleness and kindness.
Famous People
Damaris Hayman, a British actress, Damaris Phillips, an American chef and television personality
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Damaris"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Damaris"
"Damaris" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4718th of 10718 | 76 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4234th of 16616 | 186 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5587th of 24088 | 222 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 10456th of 23106 | 68 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4650th of 9107 | 64 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3018th of 9204 | 164 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1912th of 12526 | 603 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1059th of 19264 | 1,843 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1004th of 27321 | 2,756 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 788th of 35406 | 5,305 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1455th of 30306 | 1,846 |
Regional Popularity of "Damaris" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Damaris" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
87.20% 1942nd/2227 |
35.88% 872nd/2430 |
100.00% 2853rd/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
45.52% 1337th/2937 |
14.44% 503rd/3483 |
43.23% 1521st/3518 |
41.79% 1690th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
40.43% 1490th/3685 |
12.72% 569th/4475 |
21.91% 1138th/5194 |
13.76% 869th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
25.32% 1160th/4582 |
16.19% 836th/5164 |
10.94% 800th/7313 |
8.07% 602nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
53.74% 2141st/3984 |
30.87% 1385th/4487 |
21.59% 1473rd/6822 |
19.23% 1207th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Damaris"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Damaris" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.