Damaris Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAH-ma-ris / /ˈdæ.mə.rɪs/Hebrew; Greek
Meaning
Hebrew: 'a little lamb'; Greek: 'gentle'
Historical & Cultural Background
Damaris is a name of Hebrew origin, often associated with the New Testament figure mentioned in Acts 17:34. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Christian contexts. The name has also appeared in Greek literature, adding to its historical significance.
Trend Summary
Damaris has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with occasional peaks in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Damaris
- Damarys
International Variants
- Damaris (Spanish)
- Damaris (Portuguese)
Famous people named Damaris
Damaris Hayman was an English actress known for her roles in television and theatre.
Damaris Phillips is an American chef and television personality, recognized for her appearances on cooking shows.
Fictional characters named Damaris
Damaris is a character in the novel 'The Last of the Mohicans' by James Fenimore Cooper.
Damaris is featured in the play 'The Damaris' by playwright John H. McGowan.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Damaris was first seen in the United States in 1916. Damaris has ranked as high as #916 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Illinois, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Damaris has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Damaris (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 24 | |
| CA | 22 | |
| NY | 11 | |
| NJ | 8 | |
| GA | 8 | |
| MD | 6 | |
| WA | 6 | |
| IL | 6 | |
| OH | 5 | |
| TN | 5 | |
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1923 | 10 |
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 12 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1931 | 13 |
| 1932 | 9 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1934 | 14 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1936 | 9 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1938 | 14 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1941 | 12 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1943 | 18 |
| 1944 | 10 |
| 1945 | 14 |
| 1946 | 11 |
| 1947 | 14 |
| 1948 | 16 |
| 1949 | 21 |
| 1950 | 16 |
| 1951 | 17 |
| 1952 | 25 |
| 1953 | 24 |
| 1954 | 31 |
| 1955 | 36 |
| 1956 | 31 |
| 1957 | 28 |
| 1958 | 42 |
| 1959 | 20 |
| 1960 | 48 |
| 1961 | 55 |
| 1962 | 59 |
| 1963 | 53 |
| 1964 | 56 |
| 1965 | 62 |
| 1966 | 74 |
| 1967 | 70 |
| 1968 | 67 |
| 1969 | 89 |
| 1970 | 120 |
| 1971 | 135 |
| 1972 | 128 |
| 1973 | 105 |
| 1974 | 117 |
| 1975 | 136 |
| 1976 | 130 |
| 1977 | 147 |
| 1978 | 151 |
| 1979 | 154 |
| 1980 | 158 |
| 1981 | 136 |
| 1982 | 142 |
| 1983 | 134 |
| 1984 | 149 |
| 1985 | 148 |
| 1986 | 146 |
| 1987 | 175 |
| 1988 | 141 |
| 1989 | 167 |
| 1990 | 181 |
| 1991 | 179 |
| 1992 | 194 |
| 1993 | 198 |
| 1994 | 210 |
| 1995 | 231 |
| 1996 | 225 |
| 1997 | 233 |
| 1998 | 314 |
| 1999 | 336 |
| 2000 | 316 |
| 2001 | 378 |
| 2002 | 336 |
| 2003 | 291 |
| 2004 | 371 |
| 2005 | 430 |
| 2006 | 483 |
| 2007 | 431 |
| 2008 | 354 |
| 2009 | 314 |
| 2010 | 274 |
| 2011 | 251 |
| 2012 | 193 |
| 2013 | 210 |
| 2014 | 203 |
| 2015 | 163 |
| 2016 | 154 |
| 2017 | 148 |
| 2018 | 146 |
| 2019 | 129 |
| 2020 | 134 |
| 2021 | 126 |
| 2022 | 144 |
| 2023 | 135 |
| 2024 | 154 |