Damir
Damir is a boy name of Slavic or Turkic (debated) origin, meaning “Gives peace”.
| Meaning | Gives peace |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Slavic or Turkic (debated) |
| Written as | Дамир |
| Pronunciation | DAH-meer |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic, Muslim |
| Used in | Croatia, Bosnia And Herzegovina, Russia, Kazakhstan |
Meaning and origin of Damir
Damir has more than one explanation. Among South Slavs it is usually read as da (gives) and mir (peace), 'one who gives peace'. Among Tatars, Bashkirs and Kazakhs the same name is often linked to a Turkic word for iron or strength, and a popular Soviet-era folk etymology made it an acronym for 'long live world revolution'. It is common in Croatia, Bosnia, Tatarstan and Kazakhstan.
Is Damir a religious name?
Damir is used by Catholic Croats as well as by Muslim Bosniaks, Tatars and Kazakhs; it has no specific religious meaning.
How popular is Damir?
Popular in Croatia, Bosnia and among Turkic peoples of Russia and Central Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Damir mean?
Damir means 'Gives peace'. It is of Slavic or Turkic (debated) origin.
Does Damir have a religious meaning?
Damir is used by Catholic Croats as well as by Muslim Bosniaks, Tatars and Kazakhs; it has no specific religious meaning.
How do you pronounce Damir?
Damir is pronounced DAH-meer.
Is Damir a boy or girl name?
Damir is usually a boy name.