Damu is a name of African origin, particularly from the Yoruba culture of Nigeria and Benin. It's derived from the Yoruba word "àdamu", which means 'to be patient'. Damu is often used as a surname but can also serve as a given name. In its shortened form, Damu can sometimes be spelled Daamu or pronounced with a long 'a' sound. Traditionally, this name has been more commonly used within African communities, but it's gaining recognition worldwide due to its unique and meaningful origin.
"Damu had its most prolific year in 1974 with nine births. There were no recorded births for the years 1970, 1973, and 1975. The total number of births over these years was 34."