Dean vs Damian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dean

Boy #142 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"church official overseeing ten"

Origin: Latin decanus

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#142
Total SSA Count
2,545
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Dean Rank #142
Damian Rank #110

Damian is more popular, ranked #110 vs #142 for Dean.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dean or Damian more popular?

Damian is more popular, ranked #110 compared to Dean at #142 in the United States.

What do Dean and Damian mean?

Dean means "church official overseeing ten" (Latin decanus origin). Damian means "master, conqueror" (Greek origin).

Are Dean and Damian boy or girl names?

Dean is primarily a boy name. Damian is primarily a boy name.

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