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Damaire

A masculine French name meaning "ruler of the sea".

Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Damaire. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Damaire today is around 18 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Damaire births was 2008 (5 babies).

This page is the full Name Census profile for Damaire. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.

Key insights

  • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Damaire. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.

People living today

5

~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans

Peak year

2008

5 babies that year

Average age

18

years old

2008 SSA rank

#12,915

Tracked since 2008

Popularity

Damaire: popularity over time

Babies born per year

01345

Decades

Damaire by decade

The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Damaire during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.

DecadeMaleFemaleTotal
2000s505

Origin

Meaning and history of Damaire

The name Damaire is a unique and intriguing moniker with roots that can be traced back to ancient civilizations. Its origins are believed to lie in the Sanskrit language, which was the primary liturgical language of Hinduism and various philosophical traditions that emerged in the Indian subcontinent.

One possible interpretation suggests that Damaire is derived from the Sanskrit word "dama," which means "self-control" or "restraint." This connection could indicate that the name was originally bestowed upon individuals who embodied virtues of discipline, inner strength, and mastery over one's desires and impulses.

Another theory proposes that Damaire may have evolved from the Sanskrit term "damara," which refers to a small hand-drum used in religious ceremonies and cultural festivities. This potential link could signify a connection to music, dance, and the celebration of life's rhythms.

While the precise origin of the name remains shrouded in mystery, historical records provide glimpses of its usage throughout the ages. One of the earliest known individuals bearing the name Damaire was a renowned philosopher and scholar who lived in the 5th century BCE in the ancient city of Taxila, now located in modern-day Pakistan.

In the 12th century, a prominent Persian poet named Damaire ibn Khusrau gained recognition for his lyrical verses and contributions to the literary traditions of the region. His works were widely celebrated and continue to be studied by scholars of Persian literature to this day.

During the Renaissance era, a notable Italian artist and architect named Damaire Fontana left an indelible mark on the cultural landscape of Florence with his innovative designs and masterful frescoes adorning the walls of various churches and palaces.

In the 19th century, a French explorer and adventurer named Damaire Lavoisier embarked on daring expeditions across the African continent, documenting his travels and encounters with indigenous tribes in detailed journals that remain valuable resources for historians and anthropologists.

More recently, in the early 20th century, a celebrated American jazz musician named Damaire Armstrong captivated audiences with his virtuosic trumpet playing and unique improvisational style, leaving an enduring legacy in the world of music.

While the name Damaire may not be as commonplace as some other monikers, its rich history and diverse cultural roots make it a truly remarkable and intriguing choice, carrying with it the echoes of ancient traditions, artistic expression, and the enduring human spirit.

People

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FAQ

Damaire: questions and answers

How many people in the U.S. are named Damaire?

Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Damaire going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.

Is Damaire a common name?

We classify Damaire as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.

When was Damaire most popular?

The single biggest year for Damaire was 2008, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Damaire is about 18 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.

What does the SSA popularity chart show?

The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Damaire in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.

Is Damaire a male name?

Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Damaire in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.

Is Damaire still being used today?

Yes. The SSA still recorded Damaire in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.

Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?

Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Damaire can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.

Where does this data come from?

First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.

Does every first name have Census demographic data?

No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.

How many people are named Damaire?

Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how many Americans are named Damaire at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.

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