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Damon vs Collin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Damon

Boy #456 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"to tame, to subdue"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#456
Total SSA Count
686
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Collin

Boy #490 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"young creature, cub"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

English Irish Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#490
Total SSA Count
627
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Damon Rank #456
Collin Rank #490

Damon is more popular, ranked #456 vs #490 for Collin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Damon or Collin more popular?

Damon is more popular, ranked #456 compared to Collin at #490 in the United States.

What do Damon and Collin mean?

Damon means "to tame, to subdue" (Ancient Greek origin). Collin means "young creature, cub" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Damon and Collin boy or girl names?

Damon is primarily a boy name. Collin is primarily a boy name.

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