Boy
Damion
to tame, subdue
About Damion
This name strikes a compelling balance between familiarity and distinction, offering a fresh take on a recognized sound. The structure is straightforward and strong, with clear pronunciation that eliminates confusion. It has a serious, grounded quality that suggests reliability and strength of character. The name works across cultures and contexts, maintaining its integrity whether in casual or formal settings. Parents appreciate its versatility—it's neither too common nor too obscure, occupying a comfortable middle ground. The solid consonants give it a masculine strength while the vowels keep it from feeling harsh. It's a name built for longevity, aging gracefully from childhood through adulthood.
Popularity of the Name Damion
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | #846 | |||
| 1970 | #712 | |||
| 1971 | #709 | |||
| 1972 | #514 | |||
| 1973 | #519 | |||
| 1974 | #415 | |||
| 1975 | #400 | #290 | ||
| 1976 | #358 | #300 | ||
| 1977 | #352 | #296 | ||
| 1978 | #384 | |||
| 1979 | #434 | #281 | ||
| 1980 | #543 | |||
| 1981 | #574 | #242 | ||
| 1982 | #601 | #287 | ||
| 1983 | #644 | |||
| 1984 | #591 | |||
| 1985 | #688 | |||
| 1986 | #683 | |||
| 1987 | #750 | |||
| 1988 | #750 | |||
| 1989 | #716 | |||
| 1990 | #674 | |||
| 1991 | #571 | |||
| 1992 | #579 | |||
| 1993 | #549 | |||
| 1994 | #496 | #878 | ||
| 1995 | #476 | #762 | ||
| 1996 | #486 | #656 | ||
| 1997 | #482 | #743 | ||
| 1998 | #435 | #856 | ||
| 1999 | #450 | #712 | ||
| 2000 | #433 | #734 | ||
| 2001 | #442 | #687 | ||
| 2002 | #432 | #691 | ||
| 2003 | #472 | |||
| 2004 | #464 | #819 | ||
| 2005 | #509 | #836 | ||
| 2006 | #495 | #779 | ||
| 2007 | #541 | |||
| 2008 | #601 | |||
| 2009 | #661 | #984 | ||
| 2010 | #697 | #921 | ||
| 2011 | #781 | #997 | ||
| 2012 | #942 | |||
| 2013 | #851 | |||
| 1965 | #260 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Damion
Names Similar to Damion
Nicknames for Damion
- Dam
- Damo
- Mio
- Dami
Famous People Named Damion
| Damion Lee | American basketball player |
| Damion James | American former professional basketball player |
| Damion Easley | American former professional baseball player |
| Damion Stewart | Jamaican former professional footballer |
| Damion D. L. Young | American rapper and songwriter known as "Damion Young" or "Damizza" |
| Damion Thomas | Jamaican hurdler and Olympian |
| Damion McIntosh | American former professional football player |
| Damion Suomi | American singer-songwriter |
| Damion Cook | American former professional football player |
| Damion Square | American football player |
| Damion Lowe | Jamaican footballer |
| Damion Ratley | American football player |
| Damion Gardner | American racing driver |
| Damion Poitier | American actor and stuntman |
| Damion Reid | American jazz drummer |
| Damion Schubert | American video game designer |
| Damion Lee Harper | American actor |
| Damion Earnest | American former professional basketball player |
| Damion Hill | Jamaican cricketer |
| Damion Hahn | American wrestler and coach |
Characters Named Damion
| Damion Hellstrom | Marvel Comics character, also known as "Son of Satan" |
| Damion Poitier | Character in the movie "The Avengers" |
| Damion Drekonja | Character in the novel "Dance of the Gods" by Nora Roberts |
| Damion Troy | Character in the TV series "The Vampire Diaries" |
| Damion Blackfyre | Character in the "A Song of Ice and Fire" series by George R.R. Martin |
| Damion Cordell | Character in the "Rising Storm" series by J.R. Ward |
| Damion Salizar | Character in the video game "World of Warcraft" |
| Damion 7 | Character in the TV series "Dark Matter" |
| Damion Michaels | Character in the novel "Stone Cold" by David Baldacci |
| Damion Cruzz | Character in the movie "One Eight Seven" |
| Damion Thorn | Character in the movie "The Omen" |
| Damion Schubert | Character in the video game "Star Wars - The Old Republic" |
| Damion Gorman | Character in the movie "S.W.A.T" |
| Damion Fontaine | Character in the TV series "90210" |
| Damion | Character in the manga series "Black Bird" by Kanoko Sakurakouji |
| Damion Kessler | Character in the video game "BioShock" |
| Damion Sharpe | Character in the TV series "The Blacklist" |
| Damion Drake | Character in the movie "The Perfect Score" |
| Damion Edwards | Character in the TV series "The Originals" |
| Damion Reche | Character in the movie "Basic" |