Damian
d(a)-mian
US Popularity:184
Origin:Greek
Meaning:To tame, subdue
Damian is a gender-neutral name of historic Greek origins, related to Damianos and Damon, meaning “to tame” and “subdue”. As a much-loved name in Irish homes and upper-class England, Damian’s early popularity may be due to its positive links with Christianity. Saint Damian was a renowned healer and 4th-century Christian martyr who became the patron saint of physicians. Mythos buffs will also love Damian’s connection to Greek mythology, as the name shares ties to Damia, the Greek Goddess of fertility. Mild-mannered Damian’s formidable associations are sure to comfort parents who hope for a long and healthy life for their little one.
Famous People Named Damian
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- Damian LewisActor
- Damian LillardBasketball Player
- Damian MarleySinger
- Damian McGintySinger
How Popular Is The Name Damian?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Damian is currently #300 on The Bump
Boy:Damian is currently #174 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Damian is currently #218 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Damian is currently #184 in U.S. births
Boy:Damian is currently #108 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#
in 2023
No change
from 2022
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 377
Behind the Name, Damian, April 2021
Ancestry, Damian Family History
House of Names, Damian History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
WordSense, Damian
Theoi, Damia
Britannica, Saints Cosmas and Damian, Christian martyr, February 2019
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