Damein
Damein is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
To tame, conquer, or subdue.
Origin and history
Damein is a spelling variant of the classic Greek name Damien or Damian. It ultimately derives from the Greek word 'damazo', meaning to tame or subdue. In the United States, it is a relatively rare variant spelling that has seen occasional usage over the decades.
Popularity in the United States
1,045 babies in the United States have been named Damein since 1880. It ranks #3640 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1922.
States where it is most popular
- TX (33.3 %)
- NY (22.2 %)
- CA (11.1 %)
- GA (11.1 %)
- LA (11.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 203 |
| 1980-1990 | 259 |
| 1990-2000 | 174 |
| 2000-2010 | 298 |
| 2010-2019 | 106 |
| 2020-2029 | 5 |
Nicknames
Dame, Damey
Fun facts
- Damein is an uncommon phonetic variation of the traditional name Damien, which gained broader popularity in the mid-20th century.