Damian
Meaning of Damian
The name Damian, primarily a male name, has its origins in ancient Greece. It is derived from the Greek name "Damianos," which means "to tame" or "subdue." In English-speaking countries, it's pronounced as DAY-mee-ən (/ˈdeɪmiən/), while in Polish, it's pronounced as DAH-myan (/ˈdamjan/). The name has been popularized through various cultural references, including Saint Damian, who was a Christian martyr and saint alongside his twin brother Cosmas. Additionally, it gained modern recognition from characters in literature and film. Variations of the name include Damien. In the United States, Damian has consistently ranked within the top 200 names for newborns over the past few decades, peaking at rank 98 in 2013 with 3,974 occurrences. This enduring popularity underscores its timeless appeal and strong cultural resonance.
Pronunciation
Polish
- Pronunced as DAH-myan (/ˈdamjan/)
English
- Pronunced as DAY-mee-ən (/ˈdeɪmiən/)
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Notable People Named Damian
| Damian Lillard - Dame Lillard is a renowned American professional basketball player known for his clutch performances and numerous accolades, currently playing for the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA. |
| Damian Marley - Damian Robert Nesta "Jr. Gong" Marley is a Jamaican DJ, singer, lyricist, and rapper who has won four Grammy Awards. |
| Damian Watcyn Lewis is a British actor, musician, and producer known for his roles in Band of Brothers, Homeland, and Billions, as well as his portrayal of Henry VIII in Wolf Hall and Steve McQueen in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. |
| Damian Joseph McGinty Jr. is an Irish singer and actor known for his role on the hit TV show Glee after winning The Glee Project. |
| Damian Willemse is a versatile South African rugby union player known for his skills as a fullback, fly-half, winger, and inside centre. |
| Damian McBride is a British political advisor who served as a special adviser to British Prime Minister Gordon Brown and held various roles in the civil service, including Head of Communications at the UK Treasury. |
| Damian de Allende is a South African professional rugby union player known for his success with the national team and Japanese club Saitama Wild Knights. |
| Andre Damian Williams Jr. is the first African-American U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York and a prominent American lawyer. |
| Damian Williams is a former NFL wide receiver who played for the Tennessee Titans, Miami Dolphins, and St. Louis Rams. |
| Damian of Albania - Archbishop Damian served as the bishop of the Orthodox Autocephalous Church of Albania from April 1966 to February 1967. |
| Damian Charles Hurley is a British actor and model, known as the son of actress Elizabeth Hurley and American businessman Steve Bing. |
| Damian D. Pitts - Damian D. "Skipper" Pitts is a former U.S. Marine who is now a successful business owner, author, and consultant specializing in leadership development and technology integration. |
| Damian Vaughn - Damian Medeiros da Silva Vaughn is a former NFL player and the first Brazilian to play in the league, known for promoting American football in Brazil and founding the Vaughn Center for athlete development. |
| Damian Salas is an Argentine professional poker player who made history by winning the World Series of Poker Main Event in 2020, becoming the first person from Argentina to achieve this feat. |
| Damian Troy Silvera was an American soccer player who represented the U.S. in the 1996 Olympics and played in Major League Soccer. |
