Grant vs Damien

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Damien

Boy #345 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"to tame, to subdue"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

French English American Catholic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#345
Total SSA Count
999
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Grant Rank #241
Damien Rank #345

Grant is more popular, ranked #241 vs #345 for Damien.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grant or Damien more popular?

Grant is more popular, ranked #241 compared to Damien at #345 in the United States.

What do Grant and Damien mean?

Grant means "large, great" (Old French origin). Damien means "to tame, to subdue" (Greek origin).

Are Grant and Damien boy or girl names?

Grant is primarily a boy name. Damien is primarily a boy name.

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