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Caiman vs Dam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dam

Boy #14,953 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"to tame, subdue"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#14,953
Total SSA Count
7
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Caiman Rank #15,069
Dam Rank #14,953

Dam is more popular, ranked #14953 vs #15069 for Caiman.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Caiman or Dam more popular?

Dam is more popular, ranked #14953 compared to Caiman at #15069 in the United States.

What do Caiman and Dam mean?

Dam means "to tame, subdue" (Old Norse origin).

Are Caiman and Dam boy or girl names?

Caiman is primarily a boy name. Dam is primarily a boy name.

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