Demazi
A name of uncertain origin, possibly a variant of "Demetrius".
Name Census estimates that about 11 living Americans carry the first name Demazi. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Demazi today is around 2 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Demazi births was 2024 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Demazi. 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 Demazi. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
11
~ 1 in 31,159,485 Americans
Peak year
2024
6 babies that year
Average age
2
years old
2024 SSA rank
#11,217
Tracked since 2023
Popularity
Demazi: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Demazi 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 Demazi during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 11 | 0 | 11 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Demazi
The name Demazi is a fascinating one, with its origins rooted in the ancient Sumerian civilization of Mesopotamia, which flourished around 3500-3000 BCE. It is believed to be derived from the Sumerian words "de-ma-zi," which translate to "he who overcomes the storm" or "conqueror of the winds." This potent moniker was likely bestowed upon individuals who displayed exceptional courage and resilience in the face of adversity.
In the ancient Sumerian epic of Gilgamesh, one of the earliest known literary works, there is a character named Demazi, a wise and revered elder who counsels the hero Gilgamesh on his quest for immortality. This early reference suggests that the name held significance and respect in the ancient Sumerian culture.
The name Demazi gained further prominence during the reign of the Akkadian Empire, which dominated Mesopotamia from around 2350 BCE to 2150 BCE. One of the most notable figures bearing this name was Demazi of Akkad, a renowned military commander who served under the legendary King Sargon of Akkad. His exploits on the battlefield earned him a place in the historical annals of the time.
In the subsequent centuries, the name Demazi continued to resonate across various cultures and civilizations that emerged in the region. One such example is Demazi the Wise, a revered scholar and philosopher who lived during the Parthian Empire in the 1st century BCE. His teachings on ethics and the nature of existence were highly influential and widely studied.
Another notable bearer of this name was Demazi the Architect, who lived during the Sassanid Empire in the 6th century CE. He was responsible for the design and construction of several magnificent palaces and monuments, including the famous Taq-e Kisra, a monumental archway that still stands today as a testament to his architectural genius.
In more recent times, the name Demazi has been carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures. One such figure was Demazi al-Kurdi, a celebrated Kurdish poet and writer who lived in the 19th century. His works, which celebrated the beauty of nature and the resilience of the human spirit, have left an indelible mark on Kurdish literature.
While the name Demazi may not be as prevalent today as it once was, its rich history and powerful meaning continue to captivate those who appreciate the significance of names and their cultural heritage.
People
Demazi + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Demazi 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
Demazi: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Demazi?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 11 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Demazi 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 Demazi a common name?
We classify Demazi 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 Demazi most popular?
The single biggest year for Demazi was 2024, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Demazi is about 2 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 Demazi in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Demazi a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Demazi 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 Demazi still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Demazi 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 Demazi 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 Demazi?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.