Damone Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Damone has Italian origins and means 'to tame' or 'subdue'. It evolved from Greek to Latin and then to modern forms. The name is relatively modern in popularity and is associated with creativity. There is no significant biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Damone"
Pronunciation
/dəˈmoʊn/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
The name Damone is derived from the Italian name 'Damiano', which itself comes from the Latin 'Damianus', ultimately derived from the Greek 'Damianos', meaning 'to tame' or 'subdue'.
Meaning
to tame, subdue
Language Evolution
Damianos (Greek), Damianus (Latin), Damiano (Italian), Damone (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the 20th century, influenced by various cultural references and media.
Variants & Derivatives
Damian, Damiano, Damon
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Damone is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Damone Adams (American actor), Damone Jones (American musician)
📊 Damone Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Damone Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 42 peak births in 1974
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Damone"
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 "Damone"
"Damone" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4568th of 7552 | 46 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1825th of 10718 | 392 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2626th of 16616 | 375 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4306th of 24088 | 324 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7581st of 23106 | 122 |
Regional Popularity of "Damone" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
60.61% 1682nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
44.43% 1305th/2937 |
39.82% 1387th/3483 |
- |
37.54% 1518th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
57.42% 2116th/3685 |
46.32% 2073rd/4475 |
- |
37.53% 2371st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
70.26% 3628th/5164 |
- |
63.81% 4762nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Damone" 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 "Damone"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Damone" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Damone" in the United States
The name Damone is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West 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, Damone has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, 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 West. Across generations, 'Damone' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4568th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1825th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2626th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4306th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7581st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Damone' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.