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Damien vs Ace

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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Ace

Boy #165 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"unity; the best; one"

Origin: Latin via Old French

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#165
Total SSA Count
2,203
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Damien Rank #345
Ace Rank #165

Ace is more popular, ranked #165 vs #345 for Damien.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Damien or Ace more popular?

Ace is more popular, ranked #165 compared to Damien at #345 in the United States.

What do Damien and Ace mean?

Damien means "to tame, to subdue" (Greek origin). Ace means "unity; the best; one" (Latin via Old French origin).

Are Damien and Ace boy or girl names?

Damien is primarily a boy name. Ace is primarily a boy name.

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