Damon
boy name#501 in 2025Damon entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #104 in 1976, ranks #501 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#501
rank today
#104
peak (1976)
604
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #892 |
| 1890s | #853 |
| 1900s | #802 |
| 1910s | #1044 |
| 1920s | #877 |
| 1930s | #786 |
| 1940s | #686 |
| 1950s | #532 |
| 1960s | #285 |
| 1970s | #135 |
| 1980s | #324 |
| 1990s | #287 |
| 2000s | #360 |
| 2010s | #421 |
| 2020s | #443 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Damon has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 62,500 people named Damon are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Damon alive today was born around 1982, making them about 43 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Damon in 2025?
- Damon ranks #501 among US boy names in 2025, with 604 babies given the name.
- When was the name Damon most popular?
- Damon peaked in 1976, reaching #104 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Damon with classmates?
- Damon will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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