Damiano

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Damiano Pronunciation

Damiano is pronounced dah-mee-AH-noh /ˌdɑ.miˈɑ.noʊ/Medium

Meaning: Italian form of Damian — from Greek damao, 'to tame, subdue' (linked to the goddess Damia, of fertility)Medium

In 30 seconds: To tame, gently: Damiano is the Italian Damian — 'to tame, subdue'. Melodic, classic, and warm (singer Damiano David).

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Origin HighGreek, Italian

MeaningItalian form of Damian — from Greek damao, 'to tame, subdue' (linked to the goddess Damia, of fertility)

U.S. rank (2024)#4720 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births21 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1985

Total births (all-time)≈ 525

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Damiano is the Italian form of Damian — from Greek damao, 'to tame, subdue' (linked to the goddess Damia; St Damian, the healer-saint). A melodic, classic name across Italy (singer Damiano David).

In the U.S. it appears in Italian families. Rare, to-tame at the root, and melodic.

Did you know? Damian comes from Greek damao, 'to tame, subdue' (St Damian, a healer) — Damiano is its melodic Italian form (Maneskin's Damiano David).

Overall data confidence 80%

Behind the Name — Damiano — etymology

Variations

DamianDamienDamiao

Nicknames

Dami

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Damiano?

Damiano is pronounced dah-mee-AH-noh (/ˌdɑ.miˈɑ.noʊ/). Press play above to hear Damiano said aloud.

How do you say Damiano?

Damiano is said dah-mee-AH-noh (/ˌdɑ.miˈɑ.noʊ/). Press play above to hear Damiano said aloud.

What does the name Damiano mean?

Damiano is the Italian Damian — Greek 'to tame, subdue'.

Is Damiano a boy or girl name?

Damiano is a boy's name.

How popular is Damiano?

Damiano is a rare name in the U.S.