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Damiano
Tamer, conqueror
Origin
Greek
Used in
it
Popularity
#38 in the Italian baby-name ranking
Origin and meaning of Damiano
Damiano comes from the Greek Damianós, from damáō 'to tame', meaning 'the one who tames'. It owes its fortune to Saint Damian, a physician who with his brother Cosmas healed the sick free of charge, patron of doctors. In Italy it is a classic boys' name with a bold sound; Damian, Damián and Damien make it common in the English, Hispanic and French worlds.
Variants around the world
How Damiano sounds in other languages.
DamianDamiánDamien
Famous people
- Santi Cosma e Damiano— saint
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Damiano mean?
The name Damiano means Tamer, conqueror.
What is the origin of the name Damiano?
Origin of Damiano: Greek.
What are the international variants of the name Damiano?
International variants of Damiano: Damian, Damián, and Damien.