Damon vs King

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Damon

Boy #456 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to tame, to subdue"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

American English African American

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Damon Rank #456

King Rank #343

King is more popular, ranked #343 vs #456 for Damon.

Is Damon or King more popular?

King is more popular, ranked #343 compared to Damon at #456 in the United States.

What do Damon and King mean?

Damon means "to tame, to subdue" (Ancient Greek origin). King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin).

Are Damon and King boy or girl names?

Damon is primarily a boy name. King is primarily a boy name.