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Dam vs Dewitt

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
Dewitt Rank #15,135

Dam is more popular, ranked #14953 vs #15135 for Dewitt.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dam or Dewitt more popular?

Dam is more popular, ranked #14953 compared to Dewitt at #15135 in the United States.

What do Dam and Dewitt mean?

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

Are Dam and Dewitt boy or girl names?

Dam is primarily a boy name. Dewitt is primarily a boy name.

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