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Davis vs Damon

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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Popularity Comparison

Davis Rank #646
Damon Rank #456

Damon is more popular, ranked #456 vs #646 for Davis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Davis or Damon more popular?

Damon is more popular, ranked #456 compared to Davis at #646 in the United States.

What do Davis and Damon mean?

Davis means "son of David" (English/Welsh patronymic origin). Damon means "to tame, to subdue" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Davis and Damon boy or girl names?

Davis is primarily a boy name. Damon is primarily a boy name.

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