Damon vs Theodore

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

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Popularity Comparison

Damon Rank #456
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 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

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 Damon

Stefan Klaus Elena Nadia Logan

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Damon or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Damon at #456 in the United States.

What do Damon and Theodore mean?

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

Are Damon and Theodore boy or girl names?

Damon is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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