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Cade vs Damien

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Damien

Boy #345 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"to tame, to subdue"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

French English American Catholic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#345
Total SSA Count
999
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cade Rank #272
Damien Rank #345

Cade is more popular, ranked #272 vs #345 for Damien.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cade or Damien more popular?

Cade is more popular, ranked #272 compared to Damien at #345 in the United States.

What do Cade and Damien mean?

Cade means "round barrel, lump" (Old English origin). Damien means "to tame, to subdue" (Greek origin).

Are Cade and Damien boy or girl names?

Cade is primarily a boy name. Damien is primarily a boy name.

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