About Damascus
The name "Damascus" is derived from the ancient Aramaic word "Darmeseq," which means "a well-watered place." It refers to the capital city of Syria, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. The name reflects the city's historical significance as a fertile oasis surrounded by desert, with a rich history and cultural heritage.
Most individuals with the name Damascus are male.
The popularity of the name has remained the same.
Here's how to represent Damascus in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Damascus using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.