Damaris
Damaris is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Calf, gentle, or to tame.
Origin and history
Damaris is a traditional name of ancient Greek origin, historically associated with a New Testament figure in Athens. It has maintained steady, moderate usage in the United States over the decades. The name carries an elegant classical feel while remaining relatively uncommon.
Popularity in the United States
12,734 babies in the United States have been named Damaris since 1880. It ranks #1427 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1303.
States where it is most popular
- CA (23.8 %)
- NY (21.7 %)
- TX (17.5 %)
- IL (6.3 %)
- NJ (6.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 16 |
| 1920-1930 | 63 |
| 1930-1940 | 87 |
| 1940-1950 | 124 |
| 1950-1960 | 270 |
| 1960-1970 | 633 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,323 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,496 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,301 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,705 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,872 |
| 2020-2029 | 844 |
Famous people named Damaris
- Damaris Lewis: Model, Actress
- Damaris Phillips: Chef, Television Personality
Fun facts
- Damaris appears in the Book of Acts as one of the few named women converted in Athens by Paul.
- The name is likely derived from the Greek word 'damalis', meaning calf, or related to 'damazo', meaning to tame.