Girl Name · Greek Origin
Damaris
Damaris — a girl name from the Greek tradition — is an uncommon, standout choice. Its meaning, "Calf, gentle", anchors the name in something deeper than sound alone. If Demaris is on your shortlist, Damaris belongs in the same conversation.
Damaris meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Calf, gentle
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Damaris to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Damaris as D·A·M·A·R·I·S, with 7 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Damaris is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Damaris variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Damarisa, Damarise, Damarisy, Damari.
- Nicknames: Dama and D.
- Middle names: Pair Damaris with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Damaris middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Demaris, Damarcus, Demarco, Demarcus, Demarius — full picks on the sibling names for Damaris guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Damaris? Browse our names like Damaris guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Damaris
What does the name Damaris mean?
Damaris means "Calf, gentle" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Damaris?
Damaris originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Damaris?
Damaris has 7 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Damaris a boy's or girl's name?
Damaris is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Damaris in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Damaris sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Damaris?
Names that share Damaris's sound and style include Demaris, Damarcus, Demarco, Demarcus, Demarius.
What middle names pair well with Damaris?
Good middle-name fits for Damaris pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Damaris is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Damaris is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Damaris?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Damaris share its rhythm without rhyming — Demaris, Damarcus, Demarco all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.