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Jayson 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

Jayson Rank #623
Damon Rank #456

Damon is more popular, ranked #456 vs #623 for Jayson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jayson or Damon more popular?

Damon is more popular, ranked #456 compared to Jayson at #623 in the United States.

What do Jayson and Damon mean?

Jayson means "to heal (from iasthai)" (Greek origin). Damon means "to tame, to subdue" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Jayson and Damon boy or girl names?

Jayson is primarily a boy name. Damon is primarily a boy name.

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