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Dam vs Caiman

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

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dam or Caiman more popular?

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

What do Dam and Caiman mean?

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

Are Dam and Caiman boy or girl names?

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

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