Damien
To tame, to subdue — a boy name of Greek origin
Popularity of Damien in the United States
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Meaning & Origin of Damien
Damien is an alternate spelling of Damian, derived from the Greek "damazein," meaning "to tame" or "to subdue." It shares its saintly origin with Saint Damian, one of the twin physician-martyrs Cosmas and Damian, patron saints of medicine. This spelling gained particular attention in the mid-20th century through Father Damien, the Belgian priest celebrated for his selfless care of leprosy patients in Hawaii, and later through the 1976 film "The Omen."
Damien Around the World
Damien is used in 3 languages worldwide, with 7+ international variants.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
Nicknames for Damien
Famous People Named Damien
- Father Damien — Belgian priest and missionary to leprosy patients in Hawaii
- Damien Rice — Irish singer-songwriter
- Damien Chazelle — American filmmaker
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Damien mean?
Damien is a boy name of Greek origin meaning "To tame, to subdue." Damien is an alternate spelling of Damian, derived from the Greek "damazein," meaning "to tame" or "to subdue." It shares its saintly origin with Saint Damian, one of the twin physician-martyrs Cosmas and Damian, patron saints of medicine.
How do you pronounce Damien?
Damien is pronounced DAY-mee-en. Common variations include Damian, Damion, Damyan.
Is Damien a boy name?
Yes, Damien is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Dame, Dami.
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