Arshaun 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

Popularity Comparison

Arshaun Rank #14,924
Dam Rank #14,953

Arshaun is more popular, ranked #14924 vs #14953 for Dam.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Arshaun ___

No pairings available yet.

Dam ___

  • Dam Alexander
  • Dam James
  • Dam Michael
  • Dam Oliver
  • Dam Theodore

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Arshaun

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If you choose Dam

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arshaun or Dam more popular?

Arshaun is more popular, ranked #14924 compared to Dam at #14953 in the United States.

What do Arshaun and Dam mean?

Dam means "to tame, subdue" (Old Norse origin).

Are Arshaun and Dam boy or girl names?

Arshaun is primarily a boy name. Dam is primarily a boy name.

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