Damara Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Damara has Greek origins, meaning 'gentle' or 'tame.' It evolved from the ancient form Damaris, gaining significance in early Christian texts. The name embodies traits of kindness and grace, while having no direct biblical relevance. It is currently viewed positively in modern culture.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Damara"
Pronunciation
/dəˈmɑːrə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Damara is derived from the Greek word 'damaros,' which means 'gentle' or 'tame.' It is often associated with qualities of softness and kindness.
Meaning
gentle, tame
Language Evolution
Damaris (Ancient Greek), Damara (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the early Christian period, largely due to its mention in the New Testament, where Damaris is noted as a believer in Athens.
Variants & Derivatives
Damaris, Dama, Damy
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Damara is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with grace and gentleness.
Famous People
Damaris Hayman (British actress), Damaris McGrath (American writer)
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Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Damara Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 48 peak births in 2004
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Damara"
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 "Damara"
"Damara" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5273rd of 19264 | 158 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4342nd of 27321 | 338 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5118th of 35406 | 401 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10018th of 30306 | 118 |
Regional Popularity of "Damara" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Damara" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - |
94.04% 3803rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
74.56% 4710th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
66.02% 4927th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Damara"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Damara" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Damara" in the United States
The name Damara is most popular in California, 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Damara has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Damara' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5273rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4342nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5118th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10018th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Damara' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.