Demar Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationdee-MAR / dɪˈmɑːrAfrican; American
Meaning
African: 'the one who is strong'; American: 'a modern blend of names'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Demar is often considered to have African roots, particularly among various cultures that emphasize strength and resilience. In the United States, it emerged as a modern name, reflecting a blend of traditional and contemporary naming practices. It has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly within African American communities. The name is sometimes associated with a sense of individuality and uniqueness.
Trend Summary
Demar has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- DeMar
- Demarion
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Demar was first seen in the United States in 1915. Demar has ranked as high as #1157 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, Michigan, New York, and Utah. In the past 5 years the name Demar has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Demar (2019)
State | Births | Share |
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FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1915 | 9 |
1923 | 6 |
1933 | 7 |
1934 | 6 |
1935 | 8 |
1940 | 5 |
1954 | 7 |
1957 | 6 |
1961 | 8 |
1971 | 12 |
1972 | 12 |
1973 | 9 |
1974 | 11 |
1975 | 20 |
1976 | 13 |
1977 | 18 |
1978 | 29 |
1979 | 16 |
1980 | 31 |
1981 | 21 |
1982 | 20 |
1983 | 28 |
1984 | 28 |
1985 | 30 |
1986 | 30 |
1987 | 26 |
1988 | 30 |
1989 | 39 |
1990 | 35 |
1991 | 32 |
1992 | 33 |
1993 | 27 |
1994 | 20 |
1995 | 21 |
1996 | 18 |
1997 | 28 |
1998 | 21 |
1999 | 13 |
2000 | 20 |
2001 | 27 |
2002 | 15 |
2003 | 22 |
2004 | 29 |
2005 | 19 |
2006 | 28 |
2007 | 17 |
2008 | 27 |
2009 | 26 |
2010 | 26 |
2011 | 25 |
2012 | 14 |
2013 | 19 |
2014 | 31 |
2015 | 27 |
2016 | 20 |
2017 | 33 |
2018 | 39 |
2019 | 29 |
2020 | 17 |
2021 | 15 |
2022 | 24 |
2023 | 20 |
2024 | 11 |