Damarius
Damarius is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Possessing goodness, rich, or kingly (derived from Darius).
Origin and history
Damarius is a modern American name created as a elaboration of Darius, influenced by names like Marcus or Amarius. It emerged in the United States in the late 20th century as a distinct given name. While uncommon overall, it maintains steady usage as a creative and rhythmic choice.
Popularity in the United States
1,544 babies in the United States have been named Damarius since 1880. It ranks #3201 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1815.
States where it is most popular
- IL (17.7 %)
- FL (16.6 %)
- MI (15.4 %)
- GA (7.6 %)
- TX (7.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 14 |
| 1980-1990 | 84 |
| 1990-2000 | 358 |
| 2000-2010 | 593 |
| 2010-2019 | 383 |
| 2020-2029 | 112 |
Fun facts
- Damarius developed in the late 20th century in the U.S. as part of a trend blending traditional classical elements like Darius with contemporary suffix sounds.
- The name has registered well over 1,500 male births in the United States since its appearance in official records.