Damiya
2025 SSA
About Damiya
Damiya is a feminine name with multicultural origins. In Arabic, it relates to the word for "rain" or "lasting," symbolizing life-giving sustenance and persistence. Some sources also connect it to Sanskrit origins meaning "surprising" or "astonishing." The name has gained modest popularity in recent decades in diverse communities across the United States and internationally. Damiya offers a melodious flow with its three syllables and soft consonants, creating a name that sounds both distinctive and accessible. Its cross-cultural appeal makes it suitable for families seeking a name with global resonance. The contemporary feel paired with meaningful etymological roots gives Damiya a balanced quality—modern yet connected to ancient linguistic traditions.
Pronounced dah-MEE-yuh.
As of October 2026, Damiya ranked #9602 for girls in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2913 for girls in 2010.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,602 | 43 | 24.1 |
| 2015 | #3,786 | 40 | 22.4 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | #3,861 | 39 | 22.6 |
| 2018 | #3,868 | 38 | 22.3 |
| 2019 | #4,797 | 28 | 16.7 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | #4,931 | 27 | 16.5 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |