Demarrea
An anglicized masculine name of unknown origin and meaning.
Name Census estimates that about 11 living Americans carry the first name Demarrea. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Demarrea today is around 29 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Demarrea births was 1997 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Demarrea. 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 Demarrea. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
11
~ 1 in 31,159,485 Americans
Peak year
1997
6 babies that year
Average age
29
years old
1997 SSA rank
#8,388
Tracked since 1996
Popularity
Demarrea: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Demarrea 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 Demarrea 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 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Demarrea
The name Demarrea has its origins in the ancient Sumerian language, which was spoken in the region of Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq) around 3500 BCE. It is derived from the Sumerian words "de-mar-re-a," which roughly translate to "the one who walks with purpose."
In the early days of Sumerian civilization, names were often chosen to reflect the hopes and aspirations of parents for their children. The name Demarrea was likely bestowed upon those who were expected to lead purposeful lives and make significant contributions to their communities.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Demarrea can be found in the Epic of Gilgamesh, an ancient Mesopotamian poem dating back to around 2100 BCE. In this epic, a minor character named Demarrea is described as a skilled warrior and trusted advisor to the legendary king Gilgamesh.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Demarrea. One such figure was Demarrea of Kish, a Sumerian ruler who reigned in the city-state of Kish during the 28th century BCE. He is credited with expanding the city's trade routes and fortifying its defenses against rival kingdoms.
Another prominent figure was Demarrea the Scribe, a renowned scholar and writer who lived in the city of Uruk during the 21st century BCE. His works, which included historical texts and religious hymns, were highly regarded in his time and played a significant role in preserving the cultural heritage of ancient Mesopotamia.
In the 9th century BCE, a Phoenician explorer named Demarrea is believed to have undertaken daring voyages across the Mediterranean Sea. His travels and discoveries are said to have influenced the development of maritime navigation and trade in the region.
During the Renaissance period, an Italian artist named Demarrea Rossetti (1495-1567) gained recognition for his exquisite frescoes and religious paintings, many of which adorned the walls of churches and palaces throughout Italy.
The name Demarrea also found its way into the world of literature, with Demarrea Montague being a character in William Shakespeare's famous play "Romeo and Juliet." Although a minor role, Demarrea Montague was a kinsman of the Montague family and played a part in the tragic events that unfolded in the story.
These are just a few examples of how the name Demarrea has been woven into the tapestry of human history, carrying with it the echoes of ancient civilizations and the enduring spirit of purposeful living.
People
Demarrea + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Demarrea as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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FAQ
Demarrea: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Demarrea?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 11 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Demarrea 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 31,159,485 US residents.
Is Demarrea a common name?
We classify Demarrea as "Very Rare". It ranks above 30.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 11 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Demarrea most popular?
The single biggest year for Demarrea was 1997, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Demarrea is about 29 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 Demarrea in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Demarrea a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Demarrea 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 Demarrea still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Demarrea 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 Demarrea 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 have the name Demarrea?
Find out how many Americans are named Demarrea on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.