Damien vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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
Nicknames
Dami, Dame

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Damien Rank #345
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #345 for Damien.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Damien ___

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

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Damien

Sebastian Adrian Vivienne Celeste Julian

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Damien or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Damien at #345 in the United States.

What do Damien and Theodore mean?

Damien means "to tame, to subdue" (Greek origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Damien and Theodore boy or girl names?

Damien is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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