Damario first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Damario has been for the last 50 years (from 1975 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Damario

A masculine name of obscure origin, possibly from the Spanish given name Mario.

Popularity of Damario by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Damario is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 15 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Damario.

YearMale CountFemale Count
2024150
2023160
2022210
2021190
2020230
2019230
2018140
2017190
2016230
2015330
2014150
2013290
2012280
2011360
2010370
2009380
2008410
2007500
2006430
2005500
2004430
2003280
2002390
2001280
2000260
1999230
1998250
1997350
1996240
1995290
1994300
1993260
1992460
1991310
1990350
1989380
1988410
1987320
1986320
1985220
1984340
1983170
1982150
198180
1980140
1979110
1978130
197650
197570

The history of the first name Damario

The name Damario is believed to have originated from the Latin language, with its roots traced back to the Roman Empire era. It is a combination of two Latin words: "damarius," meaning "of the house," and "arius," a suffix indicating belonging or association. Therefore, the name Damario could be interpreted as "one belonging to the household" or "one of the household."

In ancient times, the name Damario was likely used as a designation for individuals who were part of a prominent Roman household or family. It may have been given to slaves, servants, or even freedmen who were closely associated with a particular noble or patrician family. However, there are no definitive records or ancient texts that explicitly mention the name Damario.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Damario can be traced back to the medieval period in Italy. One notable figure was Damario di Firenze, a 13th-century Florentine merchant and banker who played a significant role in the economic affairs of the city-state during that time. Another individual named Damario Rossi was a renowned painter from the 16th century, known for his frescoes in various churches throughout Italy.

In the 17th century, a Spanish explorer and navigator named Damario de la Cruz sailed with the Spanish Armada and is credited with mapping several uncharted regions of the Caribbean Sea. His journals and maps were influential in the age of exploration and colonization.

Moving to more recent history, Damario Gonzalez was a Mexican revolutionary who fought alongside Emiliano Zapata during the Mexican Revolution in the early 20th century. He was known for his bravery and unwavering commitment to the revolutionary cause.

Another notable figure was Damario Benedetti, an Italian-American author and playwright born in 1920. His works often explored themes of immigration, identity, and the experiences of Italian-Americans in the United States. He is considered a pivotal figure in the Italian-American literary tradition.

These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have borne the name Damario, highlighting its diverse cultural and historical roots spanning different eras and regions.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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