Holding steady.
Popularity of Danamarie since 1967
Babies named Danamarie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 6 |
| 1970s | 28 |
| 1980s | 86 |
| 1990s | 36 |
| 2000s | 7 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Danamarie is a modern compound name that first appeared on U.S. birth certificates in 1967, following the mid-century American fashion for blending two favored names. Its peak of popularity came in 1982, when it reached about 5 girls per million births. Since then, usage has remained stable at very low levels, reflecting its status as a non-mainstream choice. The name combines Dana, a unisex name with Celtic and Hebrew associations, with Marie, a classic feminine name of French origin. Despite never cracking the top 1000, Danamarie has persisted as a quiet, distinctive option for parents seeking a name that feels familiar yet uncommon. Its trajectory shows steady, niche use rather than a revival or steep decline.
Danamarie is a compound name fusing Dana (itself of uncertain origin, sometimes derived from the Hebrew name Daniel meaning 'God is my judge' or from the Celtic name for 'Dane') with Marie (the French form of Mary, of disputed etymology, possibly meaning 'beloved' or 'bitter'). It emerged in the mid-20th century as part of the trend of combining two popular names into a single, distinctive given name, especially in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dana, Mari, Dani
Variants: Danamarie, Dana Marie
Sibling names for Danamarie
Names that share Danamarie's style, for a brother or sister.
