Damen: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: d-ahm-ehn
Origin: Greece
gender-male

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Updated on Jun 10, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Southeast Europe
Meaning: To tame or subdue

The name Damen is a modern and stylish variation of the classic name Damian, which traces its roots back to the ancient Greek word damazo, meaning “to tame” or “to subdue.” This name carries a sense of strength, control, and resilience, making it a great choice for parents who want a name with deep meaning but a contemporary feel.

Damen Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Damen is currently #7314 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Damen is currently #3194 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Damen is currently #3502 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Damen is currently #1532 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Damen is currently #3878 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Damen is currently #1731 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

Popularity Trend Chart

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