Dameion
Dameion is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
To tame, subdue, or master.
Origin and history
Dameion is a variant spelling of the classic name Damian, which traces back to the Greek name Damianos. It derives from a root meaning to tame, subdue, or master. In the United States, Dameion functions as a modern, uncommon spelling alternative.
Popularity in the United States
901 babies in the United States have been named Dameion since 1880. It ranks #3777 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1905.
States where it is most popular
- CA (42.4 %)
- TX (30.5 %)
- LA (10.2 %)
- FL (8.5 %)
- IL (8.5 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 262 |
| 1980-1990 | 141 |
| 1990-2000 | 161 |
| 2000-2010 | 237 |
| 2010-2019 | 73 |
| 2020-2029 | 22 |
Nicknames
Dame, Damey
Fun facts
- Dameion is a modern creative spelling of Damian, influenced by the name Damon.
- The name has been consistently recorded in small numbers in the United States since the late 20th century.