Damarys Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationdah-MAR-iss / /dəˈmɛərɪs/Spanish; Hebrew
Meaning
Spanish: a variant of the name Damaris; Hebrew: a young antelope
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Damarys is often associated with the Spanish-speaking world as a variant of Damaris. Damaris appears in the New Testament of the Bible, where she is mentioned as a woman from Athens who converted to Christianity. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Latin America. Its unique sound and connection to biblical roots contribute to its appeal.
Trend Summary
The name Damarys has seen moderate usage in the United States, particularly among Hispanic communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Damaris
International Variants
- Damaris (Spanish)
- Damaris (Portuguese)
Famous people named Damarys
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Damarys was first seen in the United States in 1963. Damarys has ranked as high as #1319 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in New York, California, Florida, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Damarys has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Damarys (2008)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1983 | 15 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 22 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2006 | 23 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 18 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 14 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 6 |