Demariea
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly blended from elements meaning "of Mary".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Demariea. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Demariea today is around 32 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Demariea births was 1993 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Demariea. 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 Demariea. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1993
5 babies that year
Average age
32
years old
1993 SSA rank
#9,066
Tracked since 1993
Popularity
Demariea: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Demariea 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 Demariea 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 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Demariea
The name Demariea is believed to have its origins in the ancient language of Aramaic, which was spoken in the Middle East during the 7th century BC. It is derived from the Aramaic root "dmr," which means "to weep" or "to mourn." This suggests that the name may have initially been associated with sorrow or grief.
In the ancient Aramaic culture, names often carried deep symbolic meanings and were chosen to reflect the hopes and aspirations of parents for their children. While the exact origin story of Demariea is unclear, it is possible that the name was bestowed upon children born during times of hardship or loss, as a reminder of the transient nature of life's challenges.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Demariea can be found in the writings of the ancient Greek historian Herodotus, who lived in the 5th century BC. In his work "The Histories," Herodotus mentions a Persian noble named Demariea who played a significant role in the Greco-Persian Wars.
Throughout the centuries, the name Demariea has appeared in various historical records and texts, though often with slight variations in spelling or pronunciation. In the 3rd century AD, a Roman soldier named Demareus is mentioned in the writings of the historian Cassius Dio, while in the 10th century, an Arabian scholar named Demariah is credited with making significant contributions to the field of mathematics.
One of the most notable individuals to bear the name Demariea was Demariah al-Andalusi, a renowned Muslim philosopher and scholar who lived in medieval Spain during the 11th century. Al-Andalusi's writings on metaphysics and ethics had a profound impact on the intellectual landscape of his time and continue to be studied and analyzed by scholars to this day.
Another notable figure was Demariea Banu, a 13th-century Persian poet whose works explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition. Banu's poetry was highly regarded during her lifetime and has been preserved and celebrated by literary scholars throughout the centuries.
In more recent history, Demariea Akbar was a prominent Indian activist and social reformer who fought for women's rights and education in the late 19th century. Akbar's tireless efforts played a significant role in challenging gender inequalities and paving the way for future generations of Indian women to have access to education and opportunities.
It is worth noting that while the name Demariea has been documented in various cultures and time periods, its usage has remained relatively rare and obscure, particularly in modern times. Nevertheless, its rich historical tapestry and the diverse individuals who have borne this name serve as a testament to its enduring legacy and the depth of meaning it carries.
People
Demariea + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Demariea 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
Demariea: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Demariea?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Demariea 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 Demariea a common name?
We classify Demariea 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 Demariea most popular?
The single biggest year for Demariea was 1993, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Demariea is about 32 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 Demariea in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Demariea a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Demariea 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 Demariea still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Demariea 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 Demariea 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 called Demariea?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.