Damir is a male given name of Slavic origin, derived from the South Slavic element "dar" which means "gift". The full name is composed of two elements: "dam" meaning "peace" and "mir" meaning "world".
The name Damir has its roots in Croatia, where it is considered one of the most popular male names. It gained popularity in the 20th century, but its origins can be traced back to the Middle Ages when it was used among the Slavic peoples.
Historically, Damir was often associated with the Orthodox Church and was commonly given to boys born around Christmas or Easter time. In some cultures, the name is also linked to the Virgin Mary, as "Damir" is sometimes interpreted as a variation of the name "Maria".
Today, Damir remains popular in Croatia and other Slavic countries such as Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Montenegro. It has also gained international recognition, with notable figures bearing this name including Damir Marković, a Croatian footballer, and Damir Smailagić, a Bosnian singer-songwriter.
In summary, Damir is a strong and distinctive male given name of Slavic origin that carries a meaning of "gift" or "peace in the world". Its history dates back to the Middle Ages and it has remained popular throughout the centuries.
The statistics provided show the annual number of births with the name Damir in the United States from 1974 to 2023. Over this period, there has been a significant increase in the popularity of the name Damir.
In the early years recorded, between 1974 and 1986, the number of births with the name Damir fluctuated between 5 and 7 per year. However, starting from 1989, there was a steady rise in the popularity of the name, with more than 9 births occurring annually.
The years 1994 to 2005 saw a consistent increase in the number of babies named Damir, with between 16 and 48 births each year. The peak of this period was reached in 2003 with 47 births.
From 2006 onwards, there was a notable surge in the popularity of the name Damir. Between 2006 and 2019, the number of annual births with the name ranged from 60 to 207. The year 2019 marked a significant milestone with 207 babies named Damir, indicating that the name had gained considerable traction in recent years.
The trend continued into the 2020s, with 230 births in 2020 and 262 in 2021. The most recent data from 2022 shows a further increase to 266 births. However, the most striking figure is from 2023, which has seen an unprecedented 299 babies named Damir.
In total, over the period of 49 years (from 1974 to 2023), there have been a combined 2891 births with the name Damir in the United States. This demonstrates that while the name may not have been extremely popular initially, it has since grown to become quite common among new parents in the U.S.