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Damon vs Killian

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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Killian

Boy #370 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"associated with the church"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish French American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#370
Total SSA Count
884
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Damon Rank #456
Killian Rank #370

Killian is more popular, ranked #370 vs #456 for Damon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Damon or Killian more popular?

Killian is more popular, ranked #370 compared to Damon at #456 in the United States.

What do Damon and Killian mean?

Damon means "to tame, to subdue" (Ancient Greek origin). Killian means "associated with the church" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Damon and Killian boy or girl names?

Damon is primarily a boy name. Killian is primarily a boy name.

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