Damien vs Liem

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

Liem

Boy #5,715 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"honest, incorruptible"

Origin: Sino-Vietnamese

Cultural Roots

Vietnamese Southeast Asian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,715
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Damien Rank #345
Liem Rank #5,715

Damien is more popular, ranked #345 vs #5715 for Liem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Damien or Liem more popular?

Damien is more popular, ranked #345 compared to Liem at #5715 in the United States.

What do Damien and Liem mean?

Damien means "to tame, to subdue" (Greek origin). Liem means "honest, incorruptible" (Sino-Vietnamese origin).

Are Damien and Liem boy or girl names?

Damien is primarily a boy name. Liem is primarily a boy name.

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