Damien
boy name#352 in 2025Damien entered the US charts in 1936, peaked at #161 in 1978, ranks #352 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1936–2025
#352
rank today
#161
peak (1978)
935
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #3161 |
| 1940s | #2558 |
| 1950s | #1854 |
| 1960s | #1129 |
| 1970s | #379 |
| 1980s | #279 |
| 1990s | #301 |
| 2000s | #206 |
| 2010s | #243 |
| 2020s | #315 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Damien has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 63,000 people named Damien are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Damien alive today was born around 2004, making them about 21 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Damien in 2025?
- Damien ranks #352 among US boy names in 2025, with 935 babies given the name.
- When was the name Damien most popular?
- Damien peaked in 1978, reaching #161 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Damien with classmates?
- Damien will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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