"to tame, subdue"
Origin: Greek
Language: Greek
Damion
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A Greek name meaning to tame with saintly roots
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Meaning & Origin
"to overcome, conquer"
Origin: Greek
Language: English
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- Damien/Damion is strongly associated with the Antichrist character from The Omen horror franchise (1976)
The Story of Damion
Damion is a variant spelling of Damian, from the Greek name Damianos, derived from 'damao' meaning 'to tame' or 'to subdue.' Saint Damian (with his twin brother Cosmas) was an early Christian martyr and physician who provided medical care for free, earning him the title Anargyroi ('silverless ones'). The name has been used throughout the Christian world for centuries.
Damion/Damian has been steady in the US top 200 for decades. The 1976 horror film The Omen featuring the Antichrist named Damien briefly suppressed its use, but the name has rebounded strongly as the association faded for younger parents.
Saints Cosmas and Damian are patron saints of physicians and surgeons, widely venerated in Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Christianity. In many Latin American countries, the feast day of the saints (September 26) is still observed.
Historical Record
Damion first appeared in US Social Security records in 1957.
Over 16,825 babies have been named Damion in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Damion is past its peak , currently ranked #2,040 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Saints Cosmas and Damian are said to have performed the first successful limb transplant, according to medieval legend
- The Omen (1976) featuring Damien Thorn as the Antichrist is considered one of the greatest horror films ever made
Damion in Other Languages
Greek
Δαμιανός
Arabic
داميان
French
Damien
Polish
Damian
Italian
Damiano
Spanish
Damián
Popularity Over Time
#2,040
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1977
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Damion
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Damion Lee
Athlete
1992
American professional basketball player in the NBA, married to Ayesha Curry's sister Sydel
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Saint Damian
Religious
Early Christian martyr and physician who with twin brother Cosmas provided free medical care; patron saint of physicians
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Damien Thorn Fictional
Other
Fictional Antichrist character from the horror film The Omen (1976), associated with the number 666
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #2,040
- Total SSA Count
- 74
- Cultural Origins
- English American Christian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Common Nicknames
Dami
Dame
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Frequently Asked Questions About Damion
What does the name Damion mean?
"to tame, subdue" (from Greek). "to overcome, conquer" (from Greek). Damion is a variant spelling of Damian, from the Greek name Damianos, derived from 'damao' meaning 'to tame' or 'to subdue.' Saint Damian (with his twin brother Cosmas) was an early Christian martyr and physician who provided medical care for free, earning him the title Anargyroi ('silverless ones'). The name has been used throughout the Christian world for centuries.
What is the origin of the name Damion?
Damion has Greek, English, American, and Christian origins. In Greek, it means "to tame, subdue". In Greek, it means "to overcome, conquer".
Is Damion a boy or girl name?
Damion is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #2040. As a girl name, it is ranked #61532. Damion is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Damion?
Damion is currently ranked #2040 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Damion?
Common nicknames for Damion include Dami and Dame.
What are good middle names for Damion?
Popular middle name pairings include Damion Lee, Damion Michael, Damion James, Damion Andre, Damion Ray, and Damion Cole.
What are good sibling names for Damion?
Names that pair well with Damion as siblings include Adrian, Dominic, Marcus, Jasmine, Serena, and Leah.
How many syllables does Damion have?
Damion has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Damion a common or rare name?
Damion is an uncommon name, ranked #2040 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Damion
Damion is a boy name with English, American, and Christian origins . The name means "to tame, subdue" in Greek .
Is Damion a boy or girl name? Damion is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #2,040 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #61,532. Damion is more commonly used as a boy name.
Damion is currently ranked #2,040 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Damion has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Damion include Dami and Dame. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Damion include Damian, Damien, Damir, Damiri, Damiano . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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