Demere

“To hold, control, or govern.”

Arabic origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#7386US 2023

11Births / yr

↑Rising

107All-time births

📅 Since 199900

What does Demere mean and where does it come from?

Demere is an Arabic name that connotes authority or control. It has been adopted into various cultures and languages, particularly in French-speaking areas. The name is less common in Western contexts, but it carries a sense of strength and leadership. Its roots can be traced back to the Arabic verb

Cultural significance

Demere has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of to hold, control, or govern..

Peak popularity

Reached #6990 in 2010 — currently #7386 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Demere?

Demere works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Demere Grace

How popular is Demere right now?

Rising fast — up 3815 spots — currently #7386 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#7386 · Top 5.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7386	11	▲ up 3815 · +83% births
2022	#11201	6	▼ down 3991 · -45% births
2021	#7210	11	▲ up 5825 · +120% births
2015	#13035	5	▼ down 6045 · -58% births
2010	#6990	12	▲ up 4056 · +100% births
2005	#11046	6	▼ down 2034 · -14% births
2000	#9012	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Demere

Best Year2010Rank #6990

Peak Count12

Average Rank#9411

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20237 years

The story of Demere

Demere is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1999. With 107 total births recorded, Demere remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9012 in 2000 to #7386 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Demere in 2010:

Jacob Ethan Michael Jayden William

Demere by decade

Demere peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	6
2000s	35
2010s ★	66

💎Demere has only 107 total recorded births since 1999 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Demere?

Common

DemDemieDemyEre

Famous people named Demere

Demere (Arab poet)

Demere carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.

Demere (Islamic scholar)

Demere bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

Demere (historical Arab ruler)

Demere held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.

Demere (Sufi mystic)

Demere used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

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What names sound and feel like Demere?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Demere also consider these

Devere

English · from the river

Demare

French · of the mare

Demire

Turkey · iron, strong

Demetre

Greece · Follower of Demeter;

Jemere

American · African-American

Semere

Ethiopia · To plant or

Emere

Nigeria · Brave

Dymere

American · A beloved name

Common questions about the name Demere

What does the name Demere mean?

Demere means "To hold, control, or govern." — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Demere?

Demere is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Demere have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Demere?

Demere originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Demere?

Demere pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Arabic heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Demere trending right now?

Demere is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.