Damon vs Chris

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Damon

Boy #456 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to tame, to subdue"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #651 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"anointed one carrier"

Origin: Greek

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Damon Rank #456

Chris Rank #651

Damon is more popular, ranked #456 vs #651 for Chris.

Is Damon or Chris more popular?

Damon is more popular, ranked #456 compared to Chris at #651 in the United States.

What do Damon and Chris mean?

Damon means "to tame, to subdue" (Ancient Greek origin). Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin).

Are Damon and Chris boy or girl names?

Damon is primarily a boy name. Chris is primarily a boy name.