Daymon

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Daymon Pronunciation

Daymon is pronounced DAY-mun /ˈdeɪ.mən/High

Meaning: A spelling of Damon — from Greek damao, 'to tame; to subdue', and remembered for the loyal friend Damon (of Damon and Pythias); routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: To tame; a loyal friend: Daymon spells Damon. Crisp, classic, and warm.

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Origin LowGreek

MeaningA spelling of Damon — from Greek damao, 'to tame; to subdue', and remembered for the loyal friend Damon (of Damon and Pythias); routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#6900 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births12 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1998

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,704

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Daymon is a spelling of Damon — from Greek damao, 'to tame; to subdue' — remembered for the loyal friend Damon, who pledged his life for his friend Pythias (routes layered, which we note). A crisp, classic name (said 'DAY-mun'; nickname Day).

In the U.S. it appears as a variant spelling. Rare in this form, to-tame-and-a-loyal-friend at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Damon comes from the Greek damao, 'to tame; to subdue' — and is remembered for the loyal friend Damon (of Damon and Pythias) — Daymon is a spelling, crisp and modern (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'DAY-mun').

Overall data confidence 42%

References — Damon — routes layered

Variations

DamonDaemonDamion

Nicknames

Day

Themes & Styles

Uncertain Greek

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Damon— the standard spelling

Damion— a fellow spelling

Daemon— a kin spelling

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Daymon?

Daymon is pronounced DAY-mun (/ˈdeɪ.mən/). Press play above to hear Daymon said aloud.

How do you say Daymon?

Daymon is said DAY-mun (/ˈdeɪ.mən/). Press play above to hear Daymon said aloud.

What does the name Daymon mean?

Daymon spells Damon — Greek 'to tame', remembered for the loyal friend Damon; the routes are layered.

Is Daymon a boy or girl name?

Daymon is a boy's name.

How popular is Daymon?

Daymon is a rare name in the U.S.