Dmaurion
A masculine given name of uncertain origin and meaning, possibly derived from French.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Dmaurion. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Dmaurion today is around 22 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Dmaurion births was 2004 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Dmaurion. 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 Dmaurion. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2004
5 babies that year
Average age
22
years old
2004 SSA rank
#11,833
Tracked since 2004
Popularity
Dmaurion: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Dmaurion 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 Dmaurion during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Dmaurion
The name Dmaurion has its origins in the ancient Celtic language of Gaulish, which was spoken across much of what is now modern-day France, Belgium, and parts of Germany. It is believed to have been derived from the Gaulish word "dmaur," which roughly translates to "powerful warrior" or "mighty defender."
One of the earliest known references to the name Dmaurion comes from a collection of Gaulish inscriptions dating back to the 2nd century BCE. These inscriptions, found in various archaeological sites throughout the former Gaulish territories, suggest that the name was used to honor individuals who had distinguished themselves in battle or had attained a high social status within their respective tribes.
In the 5th century CE, a Gaulish nobleman named Dmaurion is mentioned in the writings of the Roman historian Sidonius Apollinaris. According to Apollinaris, Dmaurion was a prominent landowner and military leader who played a crucial role in defending his people against the encroaching Frankish tribes.
Another notable figure bearing the name Dmaurion was a 9th-century Breton monk and scholar. Known for his extensive knowledge of Celtic languages and literature, this Dmaurion is credited with preserving many ancient Gaulish texts and oral traditions that would have otherwise been lost to history.
During the Middle Ages, the name Dmaurion appears to have been adopted by various noble families across Europe, particularly in regions with strong Celtic cultural influences. One such individual was Dmaurion de Montfort, a 12th-century Norman knight who fought alongside Richard the Lionheart during the Third Crusade.
In the 16th century, a Dmaurion de Rohan was a prominent figure in the French Wars of Religion. A staunch supporter of the Protestant cause, he played a pivotal role in the defense of the city of La Rochelle against the Catholic forces of King Louis XIII.
While the name Dmaurion has its roots in ancient Gaulish culture, it has been adapted and adopted by various other linguistic and cultural traditions over the centuries. Its enduring presence throughout history serves as a testament to the lasting impact of Celtic heritage on European society and culture.
People
Dmaurion + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Dmaurion as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with D
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FAQ
Dmaurion: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Dmaurion?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Dmaurion 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 Dmaurion a common name?
We classify Dmaurion 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 Dmaurion most popular?
The single biggest year for Dmaurion was 2004, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Dmaurion is about 22 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 Dmaurion in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Dmaurion a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Dmaurion 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 Dmaurion still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Dmaurion 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 Dmaurion 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 common is the name Dmaurion?
For a quick modern take, check how many people share the name Dmaurion on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.