Dameon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dameon is a name of Greek origin meaning 'to tame' or 'subdue'. It evolved from the Ancient Greek name Damon. Throughout its history, it has been associated with loyalty and friendship. The name does not have biblical significance but gained popularity in the 20th century. Variants like Damon and Damian are commonly recognized. In contemporary times, Dameon is viewed as a strong and unique name, favored by parents seeking distinctive names for their children.
The name Dameon is most popular in Louisiana, 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, Dameon 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, 'Dameon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 947th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1292nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1407th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3879th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Dameon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dameon"
Pronunciation
/ˈdeɪmɪən/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Dameon is derived from the Greek name 'Damon', which means 'to tame' or 'subdue'. The name is often associated with the idea of loyalty and friendship.
Meaning
to tame, subdue, loyal, friend
Language Evolution
Damon (Ancient Greek), Dameon (modern adaptation)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It has been used in various forms of media, contributing to its recognition.
Variants & Derivatives
Damon, Damian, Damiano
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Dameon is seen as a modern and unique name. It carries a sense of strength and loyalty, appealing to parents looking for distinctive names for their children.
Famous People
Dameon Clarke, a Canadian actor known for his voice work in animation and video games., Dameon Nelson, an American professional football player.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dameon"
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 "Dameon"
"Dameon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 947th of 10718 | 1,163 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1292nd of 16616 | 1,081 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1407th of 24088 | 1,666 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3879th of 23106 | 331 |
Regional Popularity of "Dameon" 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) |
28.57% 839th/2937 |
35.52% 1237th/3483 |
23.91% 841st/3518 |
22.35% 904th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
37.04% 1365th/3685 |
46.75% 2092nd/4475 |
22.35% 1161st/5194 |
29.90% 1889th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
26.69% 1223rd/4582 |
40.86% 2110th/5164 |
19.51% 1427th/7313 |
25.32% 1890th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
79.30% 3558th/4487 |
63.97% 4364th/6822 |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Dameon" 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 "Dameon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dameon" 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.