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Tully vs Dam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dam

Boy #14,953 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"to tame, subdue"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#14,953
Total SSA Count
7
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Tully Rank #15,133
Dam Rank #14,953

Dam is more popular, ranked #14953 vs #15133 for Tully.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tully or Dam more popular?

Dam is more popular, ranked #14953 compared to Tully at #15133 in the United States.

What do Tully and Dam mean?

Tully means "ruler of the people" (Irish Gaelic origin). Dam means "to tame, subdue" (Old Norse origin).

Are Tully and Dam boy or girl names?

Tully is primarily a boy name. Dam is primarily a boy name.

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