"peace giver, one who gives peace"
Origin: Slavic
Language: English
Damir
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A Slavic name meaning 'giver of peace'
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Meaning & Origin
"da + mir (to give + peace)"
Origin: South Slavic
Language: Bosnian/Croatian
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The Story of Damir
Damir is a South Slavic name composed of two elements: 'da' (to give) and 'mir' (peace), meaning 'peace giver' or 'one who gives peace'. The 'mir' element is the same root found in Vladimir, Kazimir, and other Slavic names. The name is popular across the former Yugoslavia (Bosnia, Croatia, Serbia) and has spread to Turkey and the broader Muslim world through Balkan influence.
Damir is well-established in Bosnian, Croatian, and Serbian communities. As diaspora communities from former Yugoslavia settled in Western Europe, the United States, and Australia, the name has gained wider recognition. In the United States, it remains uncommon enough to feel distinctive while being recognizable to many who know Slavic names.
The 'mir' (peace) element in Slavic names has deep cultural significance — mir also means 'world' and 'community' in some Slavic languages, reflecting a worldview where peace, community, and cosmos are interconnected. Famous Damirs include several prominent athletes from the former Yugoslav states.
Historical Record
Damir first appeared in US Social Security records in 1974.
Over 3,208 babies have been named Damir in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Damir is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #797 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The 'mir' root in Damir also appears in Vladimir ('peace ruler'), Kasimir ('commands peace'), and Radomir ('joyful peace')
- Damir is one of the most common names among Bosnian men of the generation born in the 1970s-80s
- Damir Džumhur is a Bosnian professional tennis player who competed at the Olympic Games
Damir in Other Languages
Arabic
داميد
Bosnian
Damir
Russian
Дамир
Serbian
Дамир
Turkish
Damir
Croatian
Damir
Popularity Over Time
#797
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Damir
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Damir Džumhur
Athlete
1992
Bosnian professional tennis player and Olympian
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Damir Imamović
Musician
1978
Bosnian sevdah (traditional music) singer and composer who has brought Bosnian music to international audiences
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #797
- Total SSA Count
- 315
- Cultural Origins
- Bosnian Croatian Serbian Turkish Russian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Dami
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Frequently Asked Questions About Damir
What does the name Damir mean?
"peace giver, one who gives peace" (from Slavic). "da + mir (to give + peace)" (from South Slavic). Damir is a South Slavic name composed of two elements: 'da' (to give) and 'mir' (peace), meaning 'peace giver' or 'one who gives peace'. The 'mir' element is the same root found in Vladimir, Kazimir, and other Slavic names. The name is popular across the former Yugoslavia (Bosnia, Croatia, Serbia) and has spread to Turkey and the broader Muslim world through Balkan influence.
What is the origin of the name Damir?
Damir has Slavic, South Slavic, Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian, Turkish, and Russian origins. In Slavic, it means "peace giver, one who gives peace". In South Slavic, it means "da + mir (to give + peace)".
Is Damir a boy or girl name?
Damir is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #797. As a girl name, it is ranked #41977. Damir is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Damir?
Damir is currently ranked #797 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Damir?
Common nicknames for Damir include Dami.
What are good middle names for Damir?
Popular middle name pairings include Damir Ivan, Damir Aleksei, Damir Mihail, Damir Rashid, Damir Kemal, and Damir Sven.
What are good sibling names for Damir?
Names that pair well with Damir as siblings include Amir, Emir, Tamir, Amira, Sana, and Leila.
How many syllables does Damir have?
Damir has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Damir a common or rare name?
Damir is moderately common, ranked #797 for boys in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.
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About the Name Damir
Damir is a boy name with Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian, Turkish, and Russian origins . The name means "peace giver, one who gives peace" in Slavic .
Is Damir a boy or girl name? Damir is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #797 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #41,977. Damir is more commonly used as a boy name.
Damir is currently ranked #797 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Damir has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Damir include Dami. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Damir include Damian, Damien, Damion, Damiri, Damiano . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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