Damariay
An invented name combining elements from the feminine names Dameris and Ariay.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Damariay. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Damariay today is around 11 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Damariay births was 2015 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Damariay. 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 Damariay. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2015
5 babies that year
Average age
11
years old
2015 SSA rank
#12,468
Tracked since 2015
Popularity
Damariay: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Damariay 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 Damariay during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Damariay
The name Damariay has its origins in the ancient Sanskrit language of India, with roots that can be traced back to the 5th century BCE. The name is believed to have derived from the Sanskrit words "dama" meaning "to tame" or "to control," and "raya" meaning "wealth" or "abundance." Together, the name Damariay could be interpreted as "one who has control over abundance" or "one who tames wealth."
In ancient Hindu texts, particularly the Vedas, there are references to individuals with names similar to Damariay, such as Damaraya and Damaryaa. These names were often associated with spiritual seekers, ascetics, or those who had renounced material possessions in pursuit of enlightenment.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Damariay can be found in the Mahabharata, a Sanskrit epic from the 3rd century BCE. In this text, Damariay is described as a sage who attained profound wisdom and inner peace through his spiritual practices.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Damariay. One such person was Damariay Swami (1835-1910), a renowned Indian spiritual leader and philosopher who founded the Damariay Ashram in the state of Uttar Pradesh. His teachings on self-realization and the unity of all beings influenced many followers.
Another prominent figure was Damariay Vaidya (1892-1976), a celebrated Ayurvedic physician and scholar from Maharashtra, India. He authored several books on traditional Indian medicine and contributed significantly to the preservation and promotion of Ayurvedic knowledge.
In the realm of literature, Damariay Chatterjee (1922-2001) was a revered Bengali poet and writer from West Bengal, India. Her poetic works explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition, earning her numerous accolades and awards.
Damariay Krishnamurthy (1938-2018) was a renowned Indian classical dancer and choreographer. She was instrumental in popularizing and preserving the Bharatanatyam dance form, and her performances captivated audiences around the world.
Lastly, Damariay Gupta (1954-present) is a respected Indian environmental activist and environmentalist. She has been at the forefront of numerous campaigns and initiatives to protect India's natural resources and raise awareness about sustainable living practices.
While the name Damariay has its roots in ancient Sanskrit tradition, its meaning and significance have transcended cultures and generations, resonating with individuals from diverse backgrounds and walks of life.
People
Damariay + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Damariay as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Damariay: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Damariay?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Damariay 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 Damariay a common name?
We classify Damariay 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 Damariay most popular?
The single biggest year for Damariay was 2015, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Damariay is about 11 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 Damariay in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Damariay a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Damariay 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 Damariay still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Damariay 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 Damariay 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 Americans are named Damariay?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.