Excel vs Damien

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Excel

Boy #38,796 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"excellence, superior quality"

Origin: Latin

African American Contemporary Filipino

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Boy #345 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"to tame, to subdue"

Origin: Greek

French English American Catholic

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Excel Rank #38,796

Damien Rank #345

Damien is more popular, ranked #345 vs #38796 for Excel.

Is Excel or Damien more popular?

Damien is more popular, ranked #345 compared to Excel at #38796 in the United States.

What do Excel and Damien mean?

Excel means "excellence, superior quality" (Latin origin). Damien means "to tame, to subdue" (Greek origin).

Are Excel and Damien boy or girl names?

Excel is primarily a boy name. Damien is primarily a boy name.