Damon vs Geraine

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
Nicknames
Day, Daie, Damkins

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Geraine

Girl #28,542 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"spear ruler"

Origin: Germanic via French

Cultural Roots

African-American French American Southern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#28,542
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Geri, Raine

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Popularity Comparison

Damon Rank #456
Geraine Rank #28,542

Damon is more popular, ranked #456 vs #28542 for Geraine.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Damon ___

  • Damon James
  • Damon Alexander
  • Damon Cole
  • Damon Reid
  • Damon Michael
  • Damon Thomas

Geraine ___

  • Geraine Marie
  • Geraine Louise
  • Geraine Nicole
  • Geraine Renee
  • Geraine Elaine

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Damon

Stefan Klaus Elena Nadia Logan

If you choose Geraine

Lorraine Germaine Yvette Monique

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Damon or Geraine more popular?

Damon is more popular, ranked #456 compared to Geraine at #28542 in the United States.

What do Damon and Geraine mean?

Damon means "to tame, to subdue" (Ancient Greek origin). Geraine means "spear ruler" (Germanic via French origin).

Are Damon and Geraine boy or girl names?

Damon is primarily a boy name. Geraine is primarily a girl name.

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