Damien vs Bruce

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 #540 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"from the brushwood thicket"

Origin: Norman French

Scottish English Australian American

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Damien Rank #345

Bruce Rank #540

Damien is more popular, ranked #345 vs #540 for Bruce.

Is Damien or Bruce more popular?

Damien is more popular, ranked #345 compared to Bruce at #540 in the United States.

What do Damien and Bruce mean?

Damien means "to tame, to subdue" (Greek origin). Bruce means "from the brushwood thicket" (Norman French origin).

Are Damien and Bruce boy or girl names?

Damien is primarily a boy name. Bruce is primarily a boy name.