Damein Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAY-meen / /ˈdeɪ.miːn/Greek; Irish
Meaning
Greek: to tame; Irish: little demon
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Damein is derived from the Greek name 'Damianos', which means 'to tame' or 'subdue'. In Irish contexts, it is sometimes associated with the word for 'little demon'. The name has variations across different cultures, reflecting its adaptability and enduring appeal. It is less common than its variants, such as Damien, but retains a unique charm.
Trend Summary
The name Damein has seen limited popularity in the U.S., with a more common usage of its variant Damien.
Similar Names
Variants
- Damien
- Damion
International Variants
- Damien (French)
- Damiano (Italian)
- Damián (Spanish)
Famous people named Damein
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Damein was first seen in the United States in 1970. Damein has ranked as high as #1051 nationally, which occurred in 1978, and has been most popular in New York, California, Georgia, Louisiana, and Maryland. In the past 5 years the name Damein has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Damein (2006)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 16 |
| 1975 | 12 |
| 1976 | 18 |
| 1977 | 30 |
| 1978 | 48 |
| 1979 | 47 |
| 1980 | 43 |
| 1981 | 33 |
| 1982 | 27 |
| 1983 | 25 |
| 1984 | 29 |
| 1985 | 27 |
| 1986 | 21 |
| 1987 | 21 |
| 1988 | 16 |
| 1989 | 17 |
| 1990 | 19 |
| 1991 | 20 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 20 |
| 1995 | 22 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1997 | 15 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 21 |
| 2000 | 29 |
| 2001 | 26 |
| 2002 | 23 |
| 2003 | 39 |
| 2004 | 29 |
| 2005 | 40 |
| 2006 | 32 |
| 2007 | 26 |
| 2008 | 24 |
| 2009 | 30 |
| 2010 | 22 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2013 | 17 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 |