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Damien vs Cade

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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Popularity Comparison

Damien Rank #345
Cade Rank #272

Cade is more popular, ranked #272 vs #345 for Damien.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Damien or Cade more popular?

Cade is more popular, ranked #272 compared to Damien at #345 in the United States.

What do Damien and Cade mean?

Damien means "to tame, to subdue" (Greek origin). Cade means "round barrel, lump" (Old English origin).

Are Damien and Cade boy or girl names?

Damien is primarily a boy name. Cade is primarily a boy name.

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