"peace-giver, one who pacifies"
Origin: South Slavic
Language: English
Damere
Boy Name
#6,010 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
2 Syllables
A bold name with the strength of the sea
American
African-American
Strong
Unique
Modern
Bold
Meaning & Origin
"of the sea"
Origin: French
Language: English
Browse names with similar meanings:
The Story of Damere
Damere is an American name blending elements of Damir (South Slavic: peace-giving) or Demarr (of the sea, from French de la mer) with creative phonetic styling popular in African-American naming traditions. The name combines strength with fluid, maritime imagery. Its similarity to Damir, meaning one who pacifies, gives it peaceful undertones despite its bold sound.
Damere and its variant Damir gained traction in the 1990s-2000s as part of the trend toward unique, phonetically strong names for boys in African-American communities.
Damere reflects the tradition of creative name-crafting in African-American culture, combining phonetic appeal with a strong, masculine sound. The -ere ending gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
Fun Facts
- The Slavic root Damir means one who brings peace or pacifies
- Names combining Dar/Da- with strong endings have been a consistent trend in American naming since the 1980s
Damere in Other Languages
Arabic
Dameer
French
De la Mer
Slavic
Damir
Spanish
Damero
Popularity Over Time
#6,010
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Rising Fast
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Famous People Named Damere
D
Damere McClendon
Athlete
American football player known in college and semi-professional football
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #6,010
- Total SSA Count
- 15
- Cultural Origins
- American African-American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Damy
Mere
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, strong style, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Frequently Asked Questions About Damere
What does the name Damere mean?
"peace-giver, one who pacifies" (from South Slavic). "of the sea" (from French). Damere is an American name blending elements of Damir (South Slavic: peace-giving) or Demarr (of the sea, from French de la mer) with creative phonetic styling popular in African-American naming traditions. The name combines strength with fluid, maritime imagery. Its similarity to Damir, meaning one who pacifies, gives it peaceful undertones despite its bold sound.
What is the origin of the name Damere?
Damere has South Slavic, French, American, and African-American origins. In South Slavic, it means "peace-giver, one who pacifies". In French, it means "of the sea".
Is Damere a boy or girl name?
Damere is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Damere?
Damere is currently ranked #6010 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Damere?
Common nicknames for Damere include Damy and Mere.
What are good middle names for Damere?
Popular middle name pairings include Damere James, Damere Andre, Damere Marcus, Damere Lee, Damere Wayne, Damere Tyrese, and Damere Isaiah.
What are good sibling names for Damere?
Names that pair well with Damere as siblings include Deshawn, Kamari, Javion, Zaria, Amara, and Kiera.
How many syllables does Damere have?
Damere has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Damere a common or rare name?
Damere is an uncommon name, ranked #6010 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Damere
Damere is a boy name with American and African-American origins . The name means "peace-giver, one who pacifies" in South Slavic .
Damere is currently ranked #6,010 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Damere has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Damere include Damy and Mere. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.