Damien
Damien is a Christian boy name of Greek, via French origin, meaning “To tame or subdue”.
| Meaning | To tame or subdue |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Greek, via French |
| Pronunciation | DAY-mee-un |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | France, Ireland, United States, Poland |
Meaning and origin of Damien
Damien is the French form of the Greek Damianos, generally linked to damazein, 'to tame'. Saint Damian, martyred with his twin brother Cosmas, was a physician honoured for treating patients without charge. The best-known modern bearer is Saint Damien of Molokai, the Belgian priest who cared for people with leprosy in Hawaii and was canonised in 2009.
Is Damien a Christian name?
Damien is a Christian saint's name, honoured in both Catholic and Orthodox traditions through Saints Cosmas and Damian.
How popular is Damien?
Used steadily in Europe and the Americas; the spelling Damian is more common in English.
Gifts with the name Damien
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Damien mean?
Damien means 'To tame or subdue'. It is of Greek, via French origin.
Is Damien a Christian name?
Damien is a Christian saint's name, honoured in both Catholic and Orthodox traditions through Saints Cosmas and Damian.
How do you pronounce Damien?
Damien is pronounced DAY-mee-un.
Is Damien a boy or girl name?
Damien is usually a boy name.