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Damarys

dah-MAH-ris

Damarys is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “Likely a modern variant of Damaris, a Greek name meaning "calf" or possibly "dominant woman."”. It currently ranks #13834 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2004.

Letters7
Syllables3
OriginGreek

What Damarys Means

Likely a modern variant of Damaris, a Greek name meaning "calf" or possibly "dominant woman."

The Story of Damarys

This name carries the strength of ancient Greece, a whisper of command that will shape your daughter's independent spirit.

Damarys is likely a modern variant of Damaris, a Greek name with two compelling interpretations. It could stem from 'damar,' meaning 'to tame' or 'to subdue,' suggesting a calf's gentle strength, or from roots implying 'dominant woman.' The name echoes through the ancient world, appearing in historical texts and carrying a strong, classical resonance that traveled from the Hellenic world to your own.

Imagine calling your daughter's name, 'Damarys,' and hearing it ring with a certain authority, a sound that speaks of inner strength and unwavering confidence. When you write it down, the distinct letters evoke a sense of self-possession, a quality you already sense in your child. This name feels like the embodiment of a strong will, a reminder that she will always know her own mind.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Personality Traits

StrongIndependentConfidentAmbitious

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Peak Year

#23 in 2004

Total Births

537

First Recorded

1963

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