Damianos

Damianos is a masculine given name of Greek origin, the Greek form of Damian. It is derived from the Greek Dámasios, a name associated with the verb damáō, meaning to tame or subdue. The form Damianos has appeared in Greek history and religious tradition for centuries and is encountered in Byzantine and modern Greek usage. In Christian hagiography, the name Dámasios is borne by saints and has figured in liturgical calendars and regional naming practices.

In contemporary Greece and among Greek-speaking communities, Damianos remains a common given name. It is also found in broader contexts where Greek cultural influence has been strong, including Greek diaspora communities and families with Greek heritage. The name has variants in other languages, including Damian in English and forms such as Damien in French, Damiano in Italian, and the Latin Damianus.

Related names and cognates reflect the same root, with usage evolving across cultures and eras. The name Damianos is part of a broader tradition of the Damian/Damianus names that have persisted from ancient through modern times. See also the given name Damian for related forms and history.