Damon is a name of Greek origin that means "to tame" or "subdue." It is derived from the Greek word "damnazō," which means "to tame" or "to subdue." The name Damon was popularized in English literature through William Shakespeare's play "The Two Gentlemen of Verona," in which one of the main characters is named Damon. In ancient Greece, Damon was also a name given to a legendary musician who was said to have been able to charm wild beasts with his music. Throughout history, Damon has been used as a male given name and has been associated with strength, courage, and wisdom. Today, Damon remains a popular choice for parents looking for a strong and meaningful name for their son.
The name Damon experiences significant fluctuations in popularity over time. Initially rare, with fewer than 10 births per year between 1880 and 1912, its usage began to increase steadily around the early 20th century, reaching a peak of 369 births in 1959. The name then gained considerable traction, peaking at 1455 births in 1969, before declining slightly to around 800 births per year in the late 1980s and early 1990s. It experienced a resurgence from the mid-1990s onwards, reaching its most recent peak of 743 births in 2022, after which it dipped slightly to 727 births in 2021 and 742 in 2023. Over the entire period, a total of 67538 Damon babies were born.