Demar Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: dee-MAR /dɪˈmɑːr/
Origin: African; American
Meaning: African: 'the one who is strong'; American: 'a modern blend of names'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Demar is believed to have roots in the Greek name Demetrius, which is derived from the Greek word "demeter," meaning "earth mother" or "goddess of the harvest." The name Demetrius itself is composed of the elements "demas," meaning "people," and "ter," meaning "to distribute or to share." This etymological lineage reflects a connection to agricultural and communal themes, which were significant in ancient Greek society. The name was adopted into Latin as Demetrius and subsequently made its way into various languages, including English, through the influence of the Christian tradition and the spread of Greek culture during the Hellenistic period.
Historically, the name Demetrius has been borne by several notable figures, including saints and early Christian martyrs. One of the most prominent was Saint Demetrius of Thessalonica, a 4th-century martyr whose feast day is celebrated on October 26.
His veneration contributed to the name's popularity in Christian contexts, particularly in Eastern Orthodox traditions. The name also appears in various historical texts and translations, including the Vulgate, the Latin translation of the Bible, where it is referenced in the context of early Christian communities.
Culturally, the name Demar, as a variant of Demetrius, carries connotations of strength and community, resonating with the themes of fertility and nurturing associated with its etymological roots. The name has been embraced in various cultures, often reflecting a connection to heritage and tradition.
In some contexts, diminutive forms such as Demetri or Dima have emerged, further illustrating the name's adaptability and enduring significance across different cultures and eras.
Famous people named Demar
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Demar Derozan is a professional basketball player best known for his time with the Toronto Raptors, San Antonio Spurs, and Chicago Bulls.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Demar was first seen in the United States in 1915.
Demar has ranked as high as #4518 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, Michigan, New York, and Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Demar has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Demar is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Demar was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Demar.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 10 | 10 |
| 2024 | 11 | 11 |
| 2023 | 20 | 20 |
| 2022 | 24 | 24 |
| 2021 | 15 | 15 |
| 2020 | 17 | 17 |
| 2019 | 29 | 29 |
| 2018 | 39 | 39 |
| 2017 | 33 | 33 |
| 2016 | 20 | 20 |
| 2015 | 27 | 27 |
| 2014 | 31 | 31 |
| 2013 | 19 | 19 |
| 2012 | 14 | 14 |
| 2011 | 25 | 25 |
| 2010 | 26 | 26 |
| 2009 | 26 | 26 |
| 2008 | 27 | 27 |
| 2007 | 17 | 17 |
| 2006 | 28 | 28 |
| 2005 | 19 | 19 |
| 2004 | 29 | 29 |
| 2003 | 22 | 22 |
| 2002 | 15 | 15 |
| 2001 | 27 | 27 |
| 2000 | 20 | 20 |
| 1999 | 13 | 13 |
| 1998 | 21 | 21 |
| 1997 | 28 | 28 |
| 1996 | 18 | 18 |
| 1995 | 21 | 21 |
| 1994 | 20 | 20 |
| 1993 | 27 | 27 |
| 1992 | 33 | 33 |
| 1991 | 32 | 32 |
| 1990 | 35 | 35 |
| 1989 | 39 | 39 |
| 1988 | 30 | 30 |
| 1987 | 26 | 26 |
| 1986 | 30 | 30 |
| 1985 | 30 | 30 |
| 1984 | 28 | 28 |
| 1983 | 28 | 28 |
| 1982 | 20 | 20 |
| 1981 | 21 | 21 |
| 1980 | 31 | 31 |
| 1979 | 16 | 16 |
| 1978 | 29 | 29 |
| 1977 | 18 | 18 |
| 1976 | 13 | 13 |
| 1975 | 20 | 20 |
| 1974 | 11 | 11 |
| 1973 | 9 | 9 |
| 1972 | 12 | 12 |
| 1971 | 12 | 12 |
| 1961 | 8 | 8 |
| 1957 | 6 | 6 |
| 1954 | 7 | 7 |
| 1940 | 5 | 5 |
| 1935 | 8 | 8 |
| 1934 | 6 | 6 |
| 1933 | 7 | 7 |
| 1923 | 6 | 6 |
| 1915 | 9 | 9 |
Top States for Demar (2019)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |