Damon vs Reed

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Damon

Boy #456 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to tame, to subdue"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #422 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"lives near reeds"

Origin: Old English

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Damon Rank #456

Reed Rank #422

Reed is more popular, ranked #422 vs #456 for Damon.

Is Damon or Reed more popular?

Reed is more popular, ranked #422 compared to Damon at #456 in the United States.

What do Damon and Reed mean?

Damon means "to tame, to subdue" (Ancient Greek origin). Reed means "lives near reeds" (Old English origin).

Are Damon and Reed boy or girl names?

Damon is primarily a boy name. Reed is primarily a boy name.