Dameon Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAY-mon / /ˈdeɪ.mən/Greek; English
Meaning
Greek: to tame; English: variant of Damon
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Dameon is derived from the Greek name Damon, which means 'to tame' or 'subdue.' In ancient Greek culture, Damon was associated with loyalty and friendship, notably in the story of Damon and Pythias. The name has been used in various forms throughout history and has gained popularity in modern times as a unique variant.
Trend Summary
Dameon has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a slight increase in use in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Damon
- Damion
International Variants
- Damon (English)
- Damiano (Italian)
- Damien (French)
Famous people named Dameon
Dameon Clarke is a voice actor known for his work in anime and video games.
Dameon McDonald is a former professional Australian rules footballer.
Dameon Wilkins is a former professional basketball player.
Dameon Lee is a notable figure in the field of music production.
Fictional characters named Dameon
Dameon is a character in the video game series 'The Legend of Zelda' known for his role as a guardian.
Dameon is a character in the comic book series 'The Sandman' who plays a significant role in the storyline.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dameon was first seen in the United States in 1967. Dameon has ranked as high as #916 nationally, which occurred in 1977, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Illinois, Ohio, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Dameon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dameon (2017)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 20 |
| 1969 | 18 |
| 1970 | 38 |
| 1971 | 28 |
| 1972 | 74 |
| 1973 | 81 |
| 1974 | 93 |
| 1975 | 117 |
| 1976 | 135 |
| 1977 | 184 |
| 1978 | 149 |
| 1979 | 128 |
| 1980 | 92 |
| 1981 | 70 |
| 1982 | 72 |
| 1983 | 70 |
| 1984 | 65 |
| 1985 | 67 |
| 1986 | 56 |
| 1987 | 56 |
| 1988 | 68 |
| 1989 | 69 |
| 1990 | 77 |
| 1991 | 70 |
| 1992 | 65 |
| 1993 | 63 |
| 1994 | 62 |
| 1995 | 77 |
| 1996 | 74 |
| 1997 | 74 |
| 1998 | 80 |
| 1999 | 85 |
| 2000 | 108 |
| 2001 | 115 |
| 2002 | 107 |
| 2003 | 143 |
| 2004 | 136 |
| 2005 | 104 |
| 2006 | 113 |
| 2007 | 127 |
| 2008 | 131 |
| 2009 | 114 |
| 2010 | 95 |
| 2011 | 64 |
| 2012 | 70 |
| 2013 | 58 |
| 2014 | 41 |
| 2015 | 31 |
| 2016 | 26 |
| 2017 | 29 |
| 2018 | 35 |
| 2019 | 22 |
| 2020 | 23 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 22 |
| 2024 | 11 |