Leonidas 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

Popularity Comparison

Leonidas Rank #509
Damon Rank #456

Damon is more popular, ranked #456 vs #509 for Leonidas.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leonidas or Damon more popular?

Damon is more popular, ranked #456 compared to Leonidas at #509 in the United States.

What do Leonidas and Damon mean?

Leonidas means "son of the lion" (Greek origin). Damon means "to tame, to subdue" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Leonidas and Damon boy or girl names?

Leonidas is primarily a boy name. Damon is primarily a boy name.

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