Alan vs Damien

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alan

Boy #167 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome"

Origin: Celtic

English Scottish French Breton

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Boy #345 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"to tame, to subdue"

Origin: Greek

French English American Catholic

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Alan Rank #167

Damien Rank #345

Alan is more popular, ranked #167 vs #345 for Damien.

Is Alan or Damien more popular?

Alan is more popular, ranked #167 compared to Damien at #345 in the United States.

What do Alan and Damien mean?

Alan means "handsome" (Celtic origin). Damien means "to tame, to subdue" (Greek origin).

Are Alan and Damien boy or girl names?

Alan is primarily a boy name. Damien is primarily a boy name.