The name Damian is usually given to a Boy.
And we are pleased to let you know that we found the meaning of your name, To Tame, Subdue.
The origin of the name lies in Greek.
Damian is pronounced as DAM-ee-an
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Meaning
Derived from old Greek origins, derived from the element 'daman' meaning 'to tame or kill'. Became popular in England in the 13th century.
Meaning, origin and history of the name Damian - Behind the Name
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Meaning
From the Greek name Δαμιανός (
Damianos), which was derived from Greek δαμάζω (damazo) meaning "to tame".
Saint Damian was martyred with his twin brother
Cosmas in
Syria early in the 4th century. They are the patron saints of physicians.
Due to his renown, the name came into general use in
Christian Europe. Another
Saint by this name was
Peter Damian,
An 11th-century cardinal and theologian from Italy.
Origin
English, Polish, Romanian, Dutch (Modern)
Pronunciation
/ˈdeɪ.mi.ən/(English) /ˈda.mjan/(Polish)