Damon vs Kayce

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

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Damon Rank #456
Kayce Rank #420

Kayce is more popular, ranked #420 vs #456 for Damon.

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

Kayce ___

  • Kayce James
  • Kayce Lee
  • Kayce Grant
  • Kayce Dean
  • Kayce Cole
  • Kayce Wayne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Damon

Stefan Klaus Elena Nadia Logan

If you choose Kayce

Chase Brayden Wyatt Riley Harley

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Damon or Kayce more popular?

Kayce is more popular, ranked #420 compared to Damon at #456 in the United States.

What do Damon and Kayce mean?

Damon means "to tame, to subdue" (Ancient Greek origin). Kayce means "alert, watchful, vigilant" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Damon and Kayce boy or girl names?

Damon is primarily a boy name. Kayce is primarily a boy name.

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