Damon vs Allen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Damon

Boy #456 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to tame, to subdue"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #574 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome, cheerful"

Origin: Celtic

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Damon Rank #456

Allen Rank #574

Damon is more popular, ranked #456 vs #574 for Allen.

Is Damon or Allen more popular?

Damon is more popular, ranked #456 compared to Allen at #574 in the United States.

What do Damon and Allen mean?

Damon means "to tame, to subdue" (Ancient Greek origin). Allen means "handsome, cheerful" (Celtic origin).

Are Damon and Allen boy or girl names?

Damon is primarily a boy name. Allen is primarily a boy name.