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Damion vs Nigel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nigel

Boy #2,190 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"champion (from Old Irish Niall)"

Origin: Old Irish via Norman Latin

Cultural Roots

English British Australian Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,190
Total SSA Count
66
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Damion Rank #2,040
Nigel Rank #2,190

Damion is more popular, ranked #2040 vs #2190 for Nigel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Damion or Nigel more popular?

Damion is more popular, ranked #2040 compared to Nigel at #2190 in the United States.

What do Damion and Nigel mean?

Damion means "to tame, subdue" (Greek origin). Nigel means "champion (from Old Irish Niall)" (Old Irish via Norman Latin origin).

Are Damion and Nigel boy or girl names?

Damion is primarily a boy name. Nigel is primarily a boy name.

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