Dameion Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: DAY-mee-on //ˈdeɪ.mi.ən//
Origin: English; African American
Meaning: Derived from the name Damien, meaning 'to tame' or 'subdue' (Greek); possibly a modern variation.
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Dameion is a variant of the name Damien, which has its roots in the Greek name Damianos, derived from the Greek word 'damao,' meaning 'to tame' or 'to subdue.' The name was introduced into Latin as Damianus, which later evolved into the Old French form Damien before being anglicized to Damien in English. This transition reflects the broader linguistic shifts that occurred as Greek and Latin names were adapted into various European languages, particularly during the Middle Ages when the influence of the Church facilitated the spread of Christian names across Europe.
Historically, the name Damien is closely associated with Saint Damien of Molokai, a 19th-century missionary known for his work with leprosy patients in Hawaii. His life and martyrdom in 1889 contributed significantly to the name's prominence within Christian contexts.
Additionally, the name appears in various historical texts and religious documents, including the Vulgate, the Latin translation of the Bible, where the name is mentioned in relation to early Christian figures. The name's association with saintly virtues has helped maintain its cultural significance over the centuries.
In terms of cultural resonance, the name Dameion, like its variants, carries connotations of strength and resilience, linked to its etymological roots in taming and subduing. This symbolism has allowed the name to endure through various cultural narratives, often embodying the qualities of leadership and protection.
The diminutive form 'Damie' has also been used historically, though less frequently, reflecting a softer, more affectionate version of the name. Overall, the name Dameion encapsulates a rich historical and linguistic heritage that continues to resonate within various cultural contexts.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dameion was first seen in the United States in 1968.
Dameion has ranked as high as #3372 nationally, which occurred in 1978, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Louisiana, Florida, and Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Dameion has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Dameion is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Dameion was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Dameion.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5 | 5 |
| 2024 | 6 | 6 |
| 2023 | 5 | 5 |
| 2021 | 6 | 6 |
| 2019 | 5 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 | 5 |
| 2015 | 5 | 5 |
| 2013 | 9 | 9 |
| 2012 | 17 | 17 |
| 2011 | 15 | 15 |
| 2010 | 17 | 17 |
| 2009 | 16 | 16 |
| 2008 | 19 | 19 |
| 2007 | 26 | 26 |
| 2006 | 26 | 26 |
| 2005 | 28 | 28 |
| 2004 | 25 | 25 |
| 2003 | 23 | 23 |
| 2002 | 27 | 27 |
| 2001 | 22 | 22 |
| 2000 | 25 | 25 |
| 1999 | 17 | 17 |
| 1998 | 23 | 23 |
| 1997 | 14 | 14 |
| 1996 | 13 | 13 |
| 1995 | 24 | 24 |
| 1994 | 17 | 17 |
| 1993 | 14 | 14 |
| 1992 | 14 | 14 |
| 1991 | 17 | 17 |
| 1990 | 8 | 8 |
| 1989 | 9 | 9 |
| 1988 | 12 | 12 |
| 1987 | 11 | 11 |
| 1986 | 15 | 15 |
| 1985 | 11 | 11 |
| 1984 | 17 | 17 |
| 1983 | 11 | 11 |
| 1982 | 20 | 20 |
| 1981 | 16 | 16 |
| 1980 | 19 | 19 |
| 1979 | 33 | 33 |
| 1978 | 44 | 44 |
| 1977 | 37 | 37 |
| 1976 | 35 | 35 |
| 1975 | 33 | 33 |
| 1974 | 28 | 28 |
| 1973 | 14 | 14 |
| 1972 | 21 | 21 |
| 1971 | 11 | 11 |
| 1970 | 6 | 6 |
| 1968 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Dameion (1998)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |