The nameDamon
Damon is a boy's name of Greek origin.
- Boy's name
- Greek
Meaning
From the Greek damazein, "to tame".
Origin
Greek.
History
The ancient tale of Damon and Pythias stands for loyal friendship; in France the name was mostly given in the 2010s.
Popularity of the name Damon
Damon in France
2003rdmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
2013peak year (55 births)
565babies named Damon in France since 1900
Damon was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 310 births over the decade, 55% of all recorded babies named Damon. Its rise began around 1996, and it peaked in 2013. Half of all babies named Damon in France were born before 2015, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 22 births a year on average, against 31 in the five years before.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Damon mean?
From the Greek damazein, "to tame".
What is the origin of the name Damon?
Greek.
Is Damon a girl's or a boy's name?
Damon is a boy's name.