Damiana

Q: What is the origin of Damiana?

Damiana is of Latin origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Damiana a girl name?

Damiana is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"To Tame"

The feminine form related to Damian, it carries the Latin sense of taming and appears in Romance-language traditions.

Themes:latinsaintfemininevirtue

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Popularity History of Damiana

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#15779Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Damiana did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Damiana Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Damiana.

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Damie

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Dami

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dami

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damy

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iana

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miay

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anay

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Damiana mean?

Damiana means "To Tame". The feminine form related to Damian, it carries the Latin sense of taming and appears in Romance-language traditions.

What is the origin of Damiana?

Damiana is of Latin origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Damiana?

According to the latest SSA data, Damiana is currently ranked #15779 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Damiana a girl name?

Damiana is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Damiana?

Popular nicknames for Damiana include Damie, Dami, dami, damy, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Damiana?

There are many names similar to Damiana in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginLatin, Spanish

Syllables3

Length7 letters

US Rank#15779

Trend→ Stable

Starts withD

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Anton Antony Austen Antone Artis

Sisters

Antonia Alta Avis Augusta Adrian

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