Find out how popular the first name Damiya has been for the last 28 years (from 1997 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Damiya by gender

Based on the last 28 years of data, Damiya is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 12 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Damiya.

The history of the first name Damiya

The name Damiya is of Arabic origin, derived from the Arabic word "damia" which means "long-lasting" or "eternal." Its earliest known usage can be traced back to the 7th century CE in the Arabian Peninsula, where it was commonly used as a name for both males and females.

One of the earliest recorded bearers of the name Damiya was a renowned Islamic scholar and jurist from Medina, Damiya ibn Thabit (670-740 CE). He was a prominent figure in the field of Islamic jurisprudence and is known for his contributions to the development of the Maliki school of Islamic law.

Another notable figure with the name Damiya was Damiya al-Qahtani, a 9th-century Arab poet from the Qahtanite tribe in the Hijaz region of the Arabian Peninsula. Her poetry, which often celebrated the beauty of the desert and the virtues of nomadic life, was highly regarded during her lifetime and is still studied today as an example of classical Arabic literature.

In the 11th century, Damiya ibn Isa al-Hamdani was a renowned historian and geographer from Yemen. His most famous work, "Sifat Jazirat al-Arab" (Description of the Arabian Peninsula), is considered a valuable source of information on the geography, history, and culture of the Arabian Peninsula during that period.

During the Mamluk period in Egypt and Syria (1250-1517 CE), Damiya al-Bakri was a celebrated Sufi mystic and poet. She was known for her spiritual poetry, which often explored themes of divine love and mystical union with God.

In more recent history, Damiya al-Sayed was a prominent Egyptian actress and singer who rose to fame in the mid-20th century. Born in 1929, she appeared in numerous films and television shows and was widely regarded as one of the most talented and versatile performers of her time.

Throughout its long history, the name Damiya has been associated with various notable figures from the Arab world, reflecting its deep-rooted cultural and linguistic significance in the region. While its popularity has fluctuated over time, it remains a name with a rich and multifaceted heritage.

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