Damien vs Alan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Damien

Boy #345 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"to tame, to subdue"

Origin: Greek

French English American Catholic

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Boy #167 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome"

Origin: Celtic

English Scottish French Breton

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Damien Rank #345

Alan Rank #167

Alan is more popular, ranked #167 vs #345 for Damien.

Is Damien or Alan more popular?

Alan is more popular, ranked #167 compared to Damien at #345 in the United States.

What do Damien and Alan mean?

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

Are Damien and Alan boy or girl names?

Damien is primarily a boy name. Alan is primarily a boy name.