Damon
A name of Greek origins, the meaning of Damon is 'to tame'. A name primarily used for boys, it means 'to subdue'. According to Greek mythology, Damon and Pythias were friends and lived in Syracuse in the fourth century. Pythias had been sentenced to death, however he was allowed to temporarily go free if Damon took his place. Arriving just before Damon's execution, Pythias proved his loyalty and impressed the king. As a reward, Pythias and Damon both were set free. Owing to this tale, Damon also means 'a loyal friend', 'guardian spirit', and 'constant'. In fiction, renowned personalities bearing this name are Damon Salvatore from the series 'The Vampire Diaries' and Damon in the Greek legend 'Damon And Pythias'.
Gender
Boy
Origin
English variation of Damian
Numerology
D is for dashing, the romantic you!
A is for activities, for you have many.
M is for munificent, for you are extremely liberal in giving.
O is for orderly, a lifelong passion.
N is for natural, the genuine side of you.
Lucky
Damon lucky number is 2.
Within numerology, the 2 vibration assumes the role of the mediator, creating harmony by bringing together dissonant forces through compassion, empathy, and kindness. 2 is linked to psychic abilities and intuition, and if this number appears as a Life Path or Destiny Number, the individual will be astute to subtle energy shifts and emotional nuances. Because 2 is so sensitive, it is very conflict-averse, and can end up feeling under-appreciated or unacknowledged. 2 must avoid seeking external validation and, instead, realize that perfect equilibrium needed already exists within.
Famous People Named Damon
- (Anne) Maeve Binchy Irish novelist
- Maeve Brennan Irish novelist
- Maeve Dermody Australian actress
- Maeve Geraldine Fort British diplomat
- Maeve Patricia Mary Theresa Gilmore British painter; wife of author Mervyn Peake
Damon in Pop Culture
- Damon Greek mythological figure, friend of Pythias
- Damon Wildeve sullen failed engineer and innkeeper in The Return of the Native (1878) by Thomas Hardy
