Damian
Damian comes from the Greek "Damianos," meaning "to tame" or "to subdue" — from "damazein" (to tame). Saint Damian was a 3rd-century Arab physician who, with his twin brother Cosmas, provided free medical care to the poor. They were martyred together and became the patron saints of physicians. The name has been used since early Christian times. Damian was a top-200 American name from 1970 to 2010, peaking at #98 in 2003. Damian (the actor Damian Lewis, born 1971, known for "Homeland") gave the name a contemporary charge. Damian (the character Damian in "The Omen," 1976, the Antichrist child) gave the name an unfortunate horror association that has faded over time. I find Damian has an elegant, slightly Greek quality — the "D" opening is firm, and the "ian" ending gives it length. Damian is one of the most successful Greek revival names of the late 20th century. Damian is a male name of Greek origin that means "To tame, subdue". Elegant, Greek, and a little intense. The name sounds serious. Damians tend to be composed. US peaked #98 in 2003. Now top 200. Well-known people named Damian include Saint Damian (physician), Damian Lewis (actor), Damian (Greek name), Damian (fictional, various). Common variations and related forms of Damian include Damien (French), Damián (Spanish), Damiano (Italian), Dame (short form).