Damien vs Aidan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Damien

Boy #345 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"to tame, to subdue"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #312 Most Popular 2 Syllables

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Damien Rank #345

Aidan Rank #312

Aidan is more popular, ranked #312 vs #345 for Damien.

Is Damien or Aidan more popular?

Aidan is more popular, ranked #312 compared to Damien at #345 in the United States.

What do Damien and Aidan mean?

Damien means "to tame, to subdue" (Greek origin).

Are Damien and Aidan boy or girl names?

Damien is primarily a boy name. Aidan is primarily a boy name.