Cole vs Damien

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cole

Boy #162 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"coal, swarthy"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#162
Total SSA Count
2,219
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Cole Rank #162
Damien Rank #345

Cole is more popular, ranked #162 vs #345 for Damien.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cole ___

  • Cole James
  • Cole Alexander
  • Cole Thomas
  • Cole Henry
  • Cole Robert
  • Cole Bennett

Damien ___

  • Damien Scott
  • Damien James
  • Damien Alexandre
  • Damien Luc
  • Damien Reid
  • Damien Cole

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cole

Lily Grace Jack Owen Ella

If you choose Damien

Sebastian Adrian Vivienne Celeste Julian

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cole or Damien more popular?

Cole is more popular, ranked #162 compared to Damien at #345 in the United States.

What do Cole and Damien mean?

Cole means "coal, swarthy" (Old English origin). Damien means "to tame, to subdue" (Greek origin).

Are Cole and Damien boy or girl names?

Cole is primarily a boy name. Damien is primarily a boy name.

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