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.
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Most individuals with the name Damascus are male.
The popularity of the name has decreased by -28.57% over the past year.
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.