How Many People Are Named Damain?

Complete statistics for the name Damain: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Damain
Very Rare
Greek (as a variant of Damian)

Damain has a classic yet modern feel. Only 349 people named Damain are estimated to be living in the U.S., making it 1 in 944,495. It peaked in 1977 with 17 births that year.

~349
Living in US
1 in 944,495
Americans
1977
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Possibly a variant of Damian, meaning to tame or subdue
🌐
Origin
Greek (as a variant of Damian)
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 6
Personality Traits
Compassionate Loyal Determined
6
Life Path Number

The number 6 is traditionally associated with responsibility, care, and a deep sense of home and family. People connected to this number tend to be nurturing, drawn to harmony, and often take on the role of protector or healer in their relationships.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

746
Worldwide Bearers
#301,048
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
177
🇮🇳 India
160
🇳🇬 Nigeria
148
🇨🇲 Cameroon
64
🇿🇦 South Africa
44
🇬🇧 England
31
🇯🇲 Jamaica
25
🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago
10
🇳🇱 Netherlands
9
🇲🇾 Malaysia
8

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
349 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 34
144
Would be under 30 (39%)
222
Would be 30–60 (61%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 366 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1977

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Slowly declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
76
Classic Feel
41
Modern Appeal
69
International
80

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Damain Through the Generations

The name Damain carries a unique charm, blending classic and contemporary elements. With only 366 total births across all time but an estimated 349 living individuals, the gap between past and present is quite significant. This suggests a strong connection to family lineage and tradition. The age distribution shows a fairly even spread, with 39% under 30 and 61% aged 30-60, indicating a name that has endured through multiple generations without becoming obsolete. Interestingly, the fact that there are no individuals over 60 speaks to the relatively recent peak in popularity in 1977, making Damain a name that has remained relevant but is slowly declining.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 5

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Damain's Greek (as a variant of Damian) roots

📄 About the Name Damain

How Many People Have the Name Damain?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 349 people in the United States currently share the name Damain. That works out to roughly 1 in every 944,495 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Damain a Common or Rare Name?

Damain is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Damain Mean?

Damain means "Possibly a variant of Damian, meaning to tame or subdue" and comes from Greek (as a variant of Damian) origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Damain in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Damain Most Popular?

The name Damain reached peak popularity in 1977, with 17 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Damain?

Approximately 349 people named Damain live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 366. That works out to roughly 1 in 944,495 Americans.

Is Damain a rare name?

Damain is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 944,495 Americans has this name.

What does the name Damain mean?

Damain means "Possibly a variant of Damian, meaning to tame or subdue" and comes from Greek (as a variant of Damian) origins.

Is Damain more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Damain are male and 0% are female.

When was Damain most popular?

Damain peaked in 1977 with 17 births that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US349
All-Time Births366
1 in X1 in 944,495
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age34
Peak Year1977
World Rank#301,048
Male %100%
Female %0%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.