Declining since 2003, #4,050 for boys today.
Popularity of Dameon since 1967
Babies named Dameon per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 44 |
| 1970s | 1,027 |
| 1980s | 685 |
| 1990s | 727 |
| 2000s | 1,198 |
| 2010s | 471 |
| 2020s | 115 |
Meaning & origin
Dameon is a modern respelling of the classic Damien, first recorded in the United States in 1967. It reached its peak popularity in 1977 and has been declining in use since 2003. Today, with a rank of 4050 in 2025 and a rarity of 1 in 65695 births, it remains an uncommon choice but has never been among the top 1000 names. The name did not appear concentrated in any particular state, reflecting its scattered usage. Its stylistic resemblance to other -eon and -ian names gives it a contemporary feel that may appeal to parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding name.
Dameon is a phonetic respelling of Damien, itself derived from the Greek name Damianos, which comes from 'damazo' meaning 'to tame'. The name has been used in Christian contexts due to Saint Damien, but Dameon emerged as a distinct modern spelling in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States. Its sporadic usage reflects a broader trend of creative respellings.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dame
Sibling names for Dameon
Names that share Dameon's style, for a brother or sister.
