Damyan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Damyan has Greek origins, stemming from 'Damianos,' which means 'to tame' or 'to subdue.' It has evolved through various historical forms and is associated with strength and gentleness. There is no significant biblical relevance for this name, but it gained recognition during the Middle Ages due to its connection with saints.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Damyan"
Pronunciation
/ˈdæmjən/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Damyan is derived from the Greek name 'Damianos,' which is related to the word 'damao,' meaning 'to tame' or 'to subdue.'
Meaning
to tame, to subdue
Language Evolution
Damianos (Greek), Damyan (Latinized form), Damyan (English)
Historical Usage
The name Damyan gained popularity in various European cultures during the Middle Ages, particularly due to its association with early Christian saints.
Variants & Derivatives
Damian, Damián, Damiano
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Damyan is viewed as a unique and traditional name, often associated with strength and gentleness.
Famous People
Saint Damian, an early Christian martyr, Damyan Karamfilov, a notable Bulgarian figure
📊 Damyan Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Damyan Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 32 peak births in 2010
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Damyan"
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 "Damyan"
"Damyan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 10966th of 16616 | 25 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4811th of 24088 | 277 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9506th of 23106 | 82 |
Regional Popularity of "Damyan" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
52.56% 3844th/7313 |
47.72% 3561st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Damyan" 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 "Damyan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Damyan" 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 "Damyan" in the United States
The name Damyan is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Damyan has been 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 Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Damyan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10966th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4811th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9506th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Damyan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.