DAMASCUS
The meaning of the boy name Damascus is A SACK FULL OF BLOOD, THE SIMILITUDE OF BURNING. .
Details on DAMASCUS:
- Gender:
- Boy
- Meaning(s):
- A sack full of blood, the similitude of burning.
- Popularity for Boy:
- 25,672nd in the USA (bottom 30%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
6 births
DAMASCUS as a BOY in 2024
The meaning(s) of DAMASCUS:
The name Damascus is a Biblical baby name. In Biblical the meaning of the name Damascus is: A sack full of blood, the similitude of burning.
USA birth(s) for DAMASCUS by year:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name DAMASCUS
DAMASCUS as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 6 births |
| 2023 | 6 births |
| 2022 | 6 births |
| 2021 | 7 births |
| 2020 | 6 births |
| 2015 | 5 births |
| 2010 | 5 births |
| 2009 | 5 births |
| 2007 | 8 births |
| 2006 | 5 births |
| 2003 | 5 births |
| 2001 | 5 births |
| 2000 | 7 births |
| 1994 | 5 births |
| 1992 | 5 births |
| 1990 | 5 births |
| 1986 | 5 births |
| 1981 | 8 births |
| 1978 | 7 births |
| 1976 | 6 births |
| 1975 | 5 births |
| 1967 | 7 births |
About the name DAMASCUS
Damascus, a name steeped in ancient history and rich with meaning, originates from the Arabic word "Dimashq," believed to derive from the Semitic root meaning "to be soft" or "to be gentle." This evocative name conjures images of a vibrant city in Syria, renowned as one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, where the echoes of diverse cultures—Arabs, Romans, and Ottomans—converge. Symbolically, Damascus represents resilience and beauty, a testament to the enduring spirit of its people and the lush landscapes that surround it. Commonly embraced in Arabic-speaking countries, the name carries with it a sense of heritage and pride, while also finding resonance in other cultures, where it evokes notions of strength and history. As a name for a child, Damascus embodies the hopes for a future filled with grace and tenacity, a gentle reminder of the rich tapestry of human experience that has shaped our world throughout the ages.
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