Damari
Gender: Mostly Boy
Meaning: Gentle, calf
Origin: Greek/African
Popularity: Ranked #958 in 2025 with 243 babies born.
History: Damari surged in the 2020s as a creative American name. The name carries rhythmic beauty and distinctive sound. Damari represents the naming creativity in Black American communities — names that sound like music.
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Damari? About 1 in 12,704 babies born in 2025 were named Damari, or roughly 0.7 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Damari
What does the name Damari mean?
Damari means “Gentle, calf” from Greek/African roots.
What is the origin of the name Damari?
Damari has Greek/African origin. The traditional meaning is “Gentle, calf”.
How popular is Damari?
Damari ranked #958 in 2025 — given to 243 babies that year.
When was Damari most popular?
Damari peaked in 2016 with 304 babies registered that year.
Is Damari a boy or girl name?
Damari is used for both boys and girls. In the records, about 87% of Damaris are boys and 13% are girls.
Is the name Damari rising or falling in popularity?
Damari has risen 8818 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #9776 in 2020 to #958 in 2025.
How long has Damari been recorded?
Damari appears in birth records across 52 years — from 1968 through 2025.