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Ari vs Damon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Damon

Boy #456 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"to tame, to subdue"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#456
Total SSA Count
686
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ari Rank #400
Damon Rank #456

Ari is more popular, ranked #400 vs #456 for Damon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ari or Damon more popular?

Ari is more popular, ranked #400 compared to Damon at #456 in the United States.

What do Ari and Damon mean?

Ari means "lion" (Hebrew origin). Damon means "to tame, to subdue" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Ari and Damon boy or girl names?

Ari is primarily a boy name. Damon is primarily a boy name.

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