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Damon vs Gregory

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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Gregory

Boy #538 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"watchful, vigilant, alert"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek Roman Catholic Eastern Orthodox

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#538
Total SSA Count
553
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Damon Rank #456
Gregory Rank #538

Damon is more popular, ranked #456 vs #538 for Gregory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Damon or Gregory more popular?

Damon is more popular, ranked #456 compared to Gregory at #538 in the United States.

What do Damon and Gregory mean?

Damon means "to tame, to subdue" (Ancient Greek origin). Gregory means "watchful, vigilant, alert" (Greek origin).

Are Damon and Gregory boy or girl names?

Damon is primarily a boy name. Gregory is primarily a boy name.

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