Damien vs Jay

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Damien

Boy #345 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"to tame, to subdue"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #397 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"to rejoice, joyful"

Origin: Latin (Gaius)

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Damien Rank #345

Jay Rank #397

Damien is more popular, ranked #345 vs #397 for Jay.

Is Damien or Jay more popular?

Damien is more popular, ranked #345 compared to Jay at #397 in the United States.

What do Damien and Jay mean?

Damien means "to tame, to subdue" (Greek origin). Jay means "to rejoice, joyful" (Latin (Gaius) origin).

Are Damien and Jay boy or girl names?

Damien is primarily a boy name. Jay is primarily a boy name.