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Kade vs Damien

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kade

Boy #346 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"round, barrel-maker"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#346
Total SSA Count
986
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Kade Rank #346
Damien Rank #345

Damien is more popular, ranked #345 vs #346 for Kade.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kade or Damien more popular?

Damien is more popular, ranked #345 compared to Kade at #346 in the United States.

What do Kade and Damien mean?

Kade means "round, barrel-maker" (Old English origin). Damien means "to tame, to subdue" (Greek origin).

Are Kade and Damien boy or girl names?

Kade is primarily a boy name. Damien is primarily a boy name.

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