Female and male names starting with the letter "D" .
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DAMETRE
MasculineUnique Greek name meaning 'to tame' or 'subdue', historically associated with strength, courage, and overcoming challenges.
DAMETRI
MasculineRare and unique male given name of Greek origin, derived from "dimitra," meaning "to tame" or "to subdue.
DAMETRIA
FeminineCaptivating female name of African origin, derived from the Yoruba word 'Dama' meaning 'peace'.
DAMETRICE
FeminineCaptivating yet mysterious feminine given name of unknown origin.
DAMETRIOUS
MasculineCaptivating Greek name derived from Demetrios, meaning "dedicated to Demeter," the goddess of harvest and growth.
DAMETRIS
MasculineRare Greek name derived from "damiourgos," meaning "worker of the earth." It symbolizes strength, stability, and connection to nature.
DAMETRIUS
MasculineGreek name meaning "tamer of Demeter," with a notable historical figure being Demetrios I Soter, king of Macedon and Seleucid Empire during the 2nd century BC.
DAMEYON
MasculineUncommon yet meaningful African name of Igbo origin, meaning "to come forth" or "to emerge.
DAMEYUNE
MasculineAfrican name of Mandinka origin meaning "born on Tuesday.
DAMI
FeminineDamian is a Latin-derived name that originally meant "tamer" or "to tame". It was believed to be given to children born after difficult births, with the expectation they'd grow calm and easy-going.
DAMIA
FeminineRare yet captivating female name with Latin roots, meaning 'to tame' or 'subdue', suggesting calmness and harmony. Originating in medieval Europe, particularly France, it evokes nobility and grace.
DAMIAH
FeminineUnique Hebrew female name, derived from the Old Testament warrior Damariah, signifying 'powerful song through courage'.
DAMIAM
MasculineUnique Latin name derived from "dominus," meaning "lord" or "master." It was originally used by medieval nobility and has since evolved into various spellings like Damian or Damien, but all retain their regal origins and powerful meaning.
DAMIAN
MasculineBoy's name of Latin origin, meaning 'doomed' or 'condemned', but today it is predominantly associated with positivity due to figures like Saint Damien of Molokai and characters such as Damian in Donna Tartt's "The Little Friend".
DAMIAN
FeminineLatin-derived name meaning "to tame or subdue," historically used as both a given name and surname, with notable figures including Saint Damian, a disciple of Jesus Christ, and Damian Lewis, a British actor.
DAMIANA
FeminineDistinctive Latin-derived name originating from the medicinal Damiana plant found in Mexico and the Caribbean.
DAMIANE
MasculineFrench name of Greek origin, meaning "dedicated to Demeter," the goddess of harvest and agriculture.
DAMIANI
MasculineRare Italian male given name derived from the Latin "damianus," meaning "to tame" or "to subdue." It honors Mars, the Roman god of war, and Saint Damien, a martyr of the early Christian church.
DAMIANN
MasculineLatin-origin given name derived from the Roman family name Damianus, meaning 'harm' or 'loss'. It is popular among Christians due to Saint Damien of Molokai and often associated with resilience, perseverance, and selflessness.
DAMIANNA
FeminineDistinctive Latin-derived female name that shares its origin with Damian, originally meaning 'harm' or 'loss', but often associated with positivity such as strength and resilience.
DAMIANO
MasculineItalian name of Latin origin meaning "to tame" or "to subdue," associated with several historic saints including Damian of Molokai and Damian of Pavia.
DAMIAS
MasculineCaptivating Greek name derived from "damianos," meaning "tame" or "to tame." It signifies calmness and gentleness, with historical ties to brave Christian martyrs like Saint Damian.
DAMICA
FeminineRare Latin-derived female name meaning "we give," possibly inspired by Saint Damasus I.
DAMICHAEL
MasculineAmerican name created by combining Damian ("to tame") and Michael ("Who is like God?"), without a documented history but with rich spiritual roots from its component names.
DAMICO
MasculineItalian given name derived from "damigella," meaning "young lady" or "maiden.
DAMIE
MasculineUncommon given name of unknown origin, with no clear etymology or meaning, and no historical figures bearing that name.
DAMIE
FeminineRare yet elegant French given name derived from "dame," meaning "lady.
DAMIEAN
MasculineRare Greek name derived from 'damian', meaning 'to tame' or 'enslaved', and also linked to the Greek word for craftsman, 'demiourgos'. Historically significant, it was held by one of Greece's seven wise men and an early Christian martyr. Today, Damiean is distinctive and often chosen for its uniqueness.
DAMIEL
MasculineHebrew name derived from "dam" meaning blood and "el" referring to God, translating to "God is my blood.
DAMIELLE
FeminineRare yet sophisticated French feminine name derived from Damien/Damiel, meaning "to tame" or "to subdue.
DAMIEN
FeminineLatin-derived name, originally from the Roman family name Damianus. It means "to tame or subdue" and was popularized through early Christian saints and martyrs.
DAMIEN
MasculineMasculine given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Damianus or Damianus, brought to France by the Franks after their conquest of Gaul in the 5th century. The meaning of Damien varies but often translates to 'to tame' or 'gentle'.
DAMIENE
MasculineDamien is a French-origin masculine name derived from "damianus," meaning "to tame" or "to subdue." It honors Saint Damian, an early Christian martyr venerated for his faith and courage.
DAMIEON
MasculineRare Greek name meaning "to tame" or "to subdue," associated with the ancient legend of Damocles, symbolizing courage amidst adversity.
DAMIER
MasculineRare French male first name derived from the word 'damier', meaning 'checkered' or 'chessboard'.
DAMIERE
MasculineRare French name that means "to tame" or "to conquer".
DAMIESHA
FeminineUnique African female given name derived from Damiana, meaning "gentle as a tame lioness." Originating in Nigeria among the Yoruba ethnic group, this rare yet appealing name symbolizes strength and elegance.
DAMIKA
FeminineAfrican-origin name popularized by Damian Marley, meaning "to tame" or "peaceful warrior".
DAMILA
FeminineCaptivating name of African origin meaning "peaceful". It is derived from the Yoruba tribe in Nigeria and can be used for both girls and boys.
DAMILARE
MasculineUnique Yoruba name meaning "meeting with peace".