"gentle girl, gentle woman"
Origin: Greek
Language: English
Damara
A gentle Greek name with biblical grace
Greek
Biblical
American
Australian
Earthy
Vintage
Gentle
Spiritual
Meaning & Origin
"young cow, heifer"
Origin: Greek damalis
Language: Greek
"gentle, tame"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
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The Story of Damara
Damara has dual origins: from the Greek word damalis meaning a young cow or heifer (symbolizing gentleness and fertility), and from the Hebrew name Damaris meaning gentle woman. This makes it linguistically related to names like Damaris and Tamara. In the ancient world, the cow was a sacred symbol of nurturing and abundance, giving the name positive associations despite its literal meaning.
Damara has never charted in mainstream baby name rankings but appears in small clusters, particularly in New Zealand and Australia where it developed organic usage in the mid-20th century. It remains a distinctive choice that feels familiar but rare.
In Greek culture, the heifer or young cow had sacred associations with goddesses like Hera and Io. The related name Damaris appears in the New Testament (Acts 17:34) as a woman converted by Paul in Athens, giving Damara biblical resonance for Christian families.
Fun Facts
- The related name Damaris appears in the New Testament as one of the first converts in Athens
- The Greek root dama relates to the word for taming or gentling, used for both animals and people
- Damara is also a Khoikhoi ethnic group in Namibia, adding African cultural resonance
Damara in Other Languages
Greek
Damara
Latin
Damara
Hebrew
Damaris
Spanish
Damara
Portuguese
Damara
Popularity Over Time
#8,716
Current Rank
Rare
Trend
Peaked 1980
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Famous People Named Damara
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Religious
Woman mentioned in Acts 17:34 of the New Testament, converted to Christianity by the Apostle Paul in Athens; Damara is t...
Woman mentioned in Acts 17:34 of the New Testament, converted to Christianity by the Apostle Paul in Athens; Damara is the extended form
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #8,716
- Total SSA Count
- 13
- Cultural Origins
- Greek Biblical American Australian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Dara
Dami
Mara
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Frequently Asked Questions About Damara
What does the name Damara mean?
"gentle girl, gentle woman" (from Greek). "young cow, heifer" (from Greek damalis). "gentle, tame" (from Hebrew). Damara has dual origins: from the Greek word damalis meaning a young cow or heifer (symbolizing gentleness and fertility), and from the Hebrew name Damaris meaning gentle woman. This makes it linguistically related to names like Damaris and Tamara. In the ancient world, the cow was a sacred symbol of nurturing and abundance, giving the name positive associations despite its literal meaning.
What is the origin of the name Damara?
Damara has Greek, Greek damalis, Hebrew, Biblical, American, and Australian origins. In Greek, it means "gentle girl, gentle woman". In Greek damalis, it means "young cow, heifer". In Hebrew, it means "gentle, tame".
Is Damara a boy or girl name?
Damara is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Damara?
Damara is currently ranked #8716 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Damara?
Common nicknames for Damara include Dara, Dami, and Mara.
What are good middle names for Damara?
Popular middle name pairings include Damara Rose, Damara Jean, Damara Lynn, Damara Grace, Damara Faith, Damara Anne, and Damara Claire.
What are good sibling names for Damara?
Names that pair well with Damara as siblings include Damaris, Amara, Tamara, Miriam, Lydia, Priscilla, and Thaddeus.
How many syllables does Damara have?
Damara has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Damara a common or rare name?
Damara is an uncommon name, ranked #8716 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Damara
Damara is a girl name with Greek, Biblical, American, and Australian origins . The name means "gentle girl, gentle woman" in Greek .
Damara is currently ranked #8,716 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Damara has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Damara include Dara, Dami, and Mara. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Damara include Damaris . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.