Damen Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Damen is an Old French name meaning 'noble' or 'lord', which evolved from the Latin term 'dominus'. It has historical roots in medieval Europe and has been associated with nobility. The name does not have biblical relevance, but it has been popularized in modern times as a strong and distinctive choice. Variants include Damon and Damien.
The name Damen is most popular in Illinois, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Damen has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Damen' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6246th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1553rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1734th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2153rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3766th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Damen' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Damen"
Pronunciation
/ˈdeɪmən/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Damen is derived from the Old French name 'Dame', which means 'lady' or 'mistress'. It is often used as a masculine given name and can also be associated with the Latin 'dominus', meaning 'lord'.
Meaning
Noble, lord
Language Evolution
Dame (Old French), Dominus (Latin), Damen (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in medieval Europe and has been used in various cultures, including among the nobility and in literature.
Variants & Derivatives
Damon, Damien, Damon
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Damen is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with strength and nobility.
Famous People
Damen J. D. Ross (American politician), Damen O'Connor (Australian actor)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Damen"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Damen"
"Damen" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 6246th of 7552 | 14 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1553rd of 10718 | 500 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1734th of 16616 | 689 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2153rd of 24088 | 897 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3766th of 23106 | 344 |
Regional Popularity of "Damen" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
35.92% 1055th/2937 |
42.84% 1492nd/3483 |
- |
34.30% 1387th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
38.37% 1414th/3685 |
46.32% 2073rd/4475 |
- |
33.69% 2128th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
38.37% 1758th/4582 |
46.48% 2400th/5164 |
49.04% 3586th/7313 |
36.97% 2759th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
58.13% 2316th/3984 |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
- |
60.95% 3825th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Damen" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Damen"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Damen" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.