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At a Glance: Name: Damon – Meaning: to tame, subdue – Origin: Ancient Greek – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: DAY-mun
Damon is a boy's name from Ancient Greek, meaning "to tame, subdue." It's pronounced DAY-mun, and in the naming world it's considered timeless and classic. According to Social Security data going back to 1880, it's a name with a long, steady track record rather than a recent invention.
Meaning & Origin of Damon
Meaning: To tame, subdue.
Origin: Ancient Greek.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Damon
Phonetic: DAY-mun IPA: /ˈdeɪmən/
Popularity of Damon
Damon hit its high point in 1976, ranking #104 with 2,453 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had settled to #454, with 686 boys named Damon.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Damon mean?
To tame, subdue. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Damon)
How do you pronounce Damon?
Damon is pronounced DAY-mun (IPA: /ˈdeɪmən/).
Is Damon a popular name right now?
Damon peaked at #104 in 1976 and is ranked #454 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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