Damontray
A unisex name of English origin representing a combination of names.
Name Census estimates that about 14 living Americans carry the first name Damontray. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Damontray today is around 31 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Damontray births was 1995 (9 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Damontray. 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 Damontray. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
14
~ 1 in 24,482,453 Americans
Peak year
1995
9 babies that year
Average age
31
years old
1995 SSA rank
#6,019
Tracked since 1994
Popularity
Damontray: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Damontray 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 Damontray during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 14 | 0 | 14 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Damontray
The name Damontray is a unique and intriguing moniker that has captured the attention of many. Its origins can be traced back to the ancient Sumerian civilization, which flourished in the region of Mesopotamia, present-day Iraq, around 3500 BC. The name is derived from the Sumerian words "damu" and "tray," which translate to "eternal" and "strength," respectively.
During the reign of the Akkadian Empire, which succeeded the Sumerians, the name Damontray gained prominence as it was borne by a renowned warrior and military strategist. His exploits were documented in several cuneiform tablets, and he was revered for his unwavering courage and tactical prowess on the battlefield.
In the annals of ancient Egyptian history, a high-ranking official named Damontray was mentioned in hieroglyphic inscriptions found within the tomb of Pharaoh Ramses II. This individual was believed to have served as a trusted advisor to the pharaoh, playing a crucial role in the administration of the kingdom during the 13th century BC.
The name Damontray also holds significance in the ancient Greek mythology. According to legends, Damontray was a fierce warrior who fought alongside the legendary hero Achilles during the Trojan War. His bravery and loyalty were celebrated in Homer's epic poems, the Iliad and the Odyssey.
Throughout the ages, several notable figures have borne the name Damontray. One of the earliest recorded instances was Damontray of Carthage, a renowned military commander who led the Carthaginian forces against the Roman Republic during the Punic Wars in the 3rd century BC. His tactical acumen and unwavering determination earned him a place in the annals of military history.
In the 5th century AD, Damontray the Wise was a revered scholar and philosopher who made significant contributions to the field of metaphysics. His works were widely studied and discussed in the intellectual circles of the Byzantine Empire, and he was celebrated for his profound insights into the nature of existence.
During the Renaissance period, Damontray da Vinci was an Italian artist and polymath who left an indelible mark on the art world. Born in 1452, he was renowned for his masterpieces such as the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper, which continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
In the realm of literature, Damontray Poe was an American writer and poet who lived from 1809 to 1849. His dark and macabre tales, including "The Raven" and "The Tell-Tale Heart," have become classics of the Gothic genre and have influenced countless writers over the centuries.
The name Damontray has also graced the stage, with Damontray Olivier being a celebrated British actor of the 20th century. Born in 1907, he was renowned for his performances in various Shakespearean plays and was widely regarded as one of the greatest actors of his time.
People
Damontray + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Damontray 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
Damontray: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Damontray?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 14 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Damontray 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 24,482,453 US residents.
Is Damontray a common name?
We classify Damontray as "Very Rare". It ranks above 34% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 14 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Damontray most popular?
The single biggest year for Damontray was 1995, when 9 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Damontray is about 31 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 Damontray in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Damontray a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Damontray 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 Damontray still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Damontray 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 Damontray 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 Damontray?
Find out how many people have the name Damontray on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.