Damir

boySlavic / Tatar

Damir is a Muslim boy name meaning “Giver of peace (Slavic); iron, strong (Turkic)”.

MeaningGiver of peace (Slavic); iron, strong (Turkic)
GenderBoy
OriginSlavic / Tatar
PronunciationDAH-meer
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Damir

Damir has two separate explanations. In South Slavic it is read as da- (give) and mir (peace), 'one who gives peace'. Among Tatars and Kazakhs it is often linked to Turkic demir/temir (iron). It is borne by Bosniaks, Croats, Tatars and Kazakhs, and has no Arabic root.

Is Damir a Muslim name?

Damir is not an Arabic name, but it is genuinely used by Muslim families among Bosniaks, Tatars and Kazakhs. Its meanings, peace-giver or iron-strong, are positive.

Where is the name Damir used?

Common in Bosnia and Croatia, and among Tatars and Kazakhs.

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Spellings and variants of Damir

DemirTemir

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Damir mean?

Damir means 'Giver of peace (Slavic); iron, strong (Turkic)'. It comes from Slavic / Tatar.

Is Damir a Muslim name?

Damir is not an Arabic name, but it is genuinely used by Muslim families among Bosniaks, Tatars and Kazakhs. Its meanings, peace-giver or iron-strong, are positive.

How do you pronounce Damir?

Damir is pronounced DAH-meer.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.