Declining since 2006, #6,143 for boys today.
Popularity of Damario since 1975
Babies named Damario per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 36 |
| 1980s | 253 |
| 1990s | 304 |
| 2000s | 386 |
| 2010s | 258 |
| 2020s | 108 |
Meaning & origin
Damario is a modern American name that first appeared on the U.S. baby name charts in 1975. It reached its peak popularity in 2005, when it was ranked highest. Since then, its usage has been falling, with a notable decline after 2006. As of 2025, it is a rare choice, given to approximately 1 in 122,005 boys. The name is part of a broader trend of inventive, blend-derived names that gained traction in the late 20th century, particularly in African American communities. While not regionally concentrated in any top states, Damario reflects a creative naming style that values uniqueness and sonic appeal over traditional etymology.
Damario is a modern American coinage, likely formed by combining elements from names like Darnell or Dante with Mario. It emerged in the 1970s as part of a trend of creating new names by blending existing ones or adding fashionable suffixes. The name has seen modest use, particularly in the 2000s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dam, Mario, Rio, D
Sibling names for Damario
Names that share Damario's style, for a brother or sister.
