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Damian vs John

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

John

Boy #21 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"Yahweh is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Irish American Christian Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#21
Total SSA Count
8,047
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Damian Rank #110
John Rank #21

John is more popular, ranked #21 vs #110 for Damian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Damian or John more popular?

John is more popular, ranked #21 compared to Damian at #110 in the United States.

What do Damian and John mean?

Damian means "master, conqueror" (Greek origin). John means "Yahweh is gracious" (Hebrew origin).

Are Damian and John boy or girl names?

Damian is primarily a boy name. John is primarily a boy name.

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