Holding steady.
Popularity of Daman since 1967
Babies named Daman per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 35 |
| 1970s | 206 |
| 1980s | 91 |
| 1990s | 113 |
| 2000s | 122 |
| 2010s | 94 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Daman is a rare given name in the United States, first appearing in Social Security records in 1967 and peaking in usage in 1976. Its trajectory has been stable but extremely low, and it has never reached the top 1000. The name's origins are uncertain; it may be a variant of the Greek name Damon, which means 'to tame,' or a modern English invention. Daman does not appear in the top states rankings, reflecting its scarcity. With no established nickname or famous bearers, it remains a unique choice for those seeking an obscure name with a straightforward pronunciation.
Daman may be a spelling variant of Damon, from the Greek name Damōn, meaning 'to tame' or 'subdue'. Alternatively, it could be a modern invention, perhaps influenced by the word 'daman' (a type of antelope) or as a variant of Damien. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1967 but has never ranked among the top 1000.
“Daman” around the world
Where Daman lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Daman
Names that share Daman's style, for a brother or sister.
