Damien vs Forrest

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 #408 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dweller near the woods"

Origin: Old French

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Damien Rank #345

Forrest Rank #408

Damien is more popular, ranked #345 vs #408 for Forrest.

Is Damien or Forrest more popular?

Damien is more popular, ranked #345 compared to Forrest at #408 in the United States.

What do Damien and Forrest mean?

Damien means "to tame, to subdue" (Greek origin). Forrest means "dweller near the woods" (Old French origin).

Are Damien and Forrest boy or girl names?

Damien is primarily a boy name. Forrest is primarily a boy name.