Dametris
A feminine name of Greek origin meaning "female ruler" or "female leader".
Name Census estimates that about 10 living Americans carry the first name Dametris. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Dametris today is around 28 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Dametris births was 1989 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Dametris. 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 Dametris. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
10
~ 1 in 34,275,434 Americans
Peak year
1989
5 babies that year
Average age
28
years old
2005 SSA rank
#11,820
Tracked since 1989
Popularity
Dametris: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Dametris from the 1980s through to the 2000s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 5 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Dametris 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 Dametris during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Dametris
The name Dametris is a unique and intriguing moniker with a rich cultural heritage. Its origins can be traced back to ancient Greece, where it was derived from the Greek word "dāmētra," which translates to "mother earth" or "earth goddess." This connection to the divine feminine force of nature suggests a deep reverence and appreciation for the earth's abundance and fertility.
In Greek mythology, Dāmētra (also known as Demeter) was the powerful goddess of agriculture, grain, and the harvest. Her name was closely associated with the cycles of life, growth, and renewal. The ancient Greeks held her in high esteem, celebrating her during the Eleusinian Mysteries, a sacred ritual that honored the goddess and the mysteries of the earth's regenerative power.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Dametris can be found in ancient Greek texts and inscriptions dating back to the 5th century BCE. One notable figure bearing this name was Dametris of Cyrene, a Greek philosopher who lived in the 4th century BCE and is known for her contributions to the Cyrenaic school of philosophy, which emphasized the pursuit of pleasure as the ultimate good.
Throughout the centuries, the name Dametris has been carried by several influential individuals. In the 2nd century CE, there was Dametris of Alexandria, a renowned mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the field of celestial mechanics. Her work laid the foundation for future advancements in astronomy and navigation.
During the Byzantine Empire, a notable figure named Dametris Palaiologina lived in the 14th century CE. She was a member of the influential Palaiologos dynasty and played a crucial role in the political affairs of the empire as a trusted advisor and diplomat.
In the 16th century, Dametris Lovatelli was an Italian artist and sculptor known for her exquisite marble sculptures that adorned churches and palaces across Italy. Her works were celebrated for their intricate details and mastery of form, reflecting the Renaissance ideals of beauty and human perfection.
Another remarkable individual with the name Dametris was Dametris Galitzine, a Russian noblewoman who lived in the 18th century. She was a prominent figure in the court of Catherine the Great and is remembered for her philanthropic endeavors, particularly her support for education and the arts.
While the name Dametris may not be as widely recognized today, its deep-rooted connections to ancient mythology, philosophy, and cultural achievements make it a captivating and meaningful choice. Its enduring legacy serves as a reminder of the enduring power of nature, wisdom, and human creativity.
People
Dametris + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Dametris as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Dametris: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Dametris?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 10 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Dametris 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 34,275,434 US residents.
Is Dametris a common name?
We classify Dametris as "Very Rare". It ranks above 28.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 10 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Dametris most popular?
The single biggest year for Dametris was 1989, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Dametris is about 28 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 Dametris in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Dametris a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Dametris 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 Dametris still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Dametris 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 Dametris 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 common is the name Dametris?
If you just want to know how many people share the name Dametris, HowManyOfMe.org gives you the headline number in one glance.