damien

Damien is a masculine given name of Latin origin. It derives from Damianus, a Latin form of the Greek name Damianos, traditionally interpreted as meaning "to tame," "subdue," or "tamer." The name has been borne by early Christian saints, and its long history has led to widespread usage across Europe and the English-speaking world. Variants include Damian, Damiano, Damián, and Damion; the English spelling Damien is common in many countries.

Notable people named Damien include the Irish footballer Damien Duff; the Irish-British singer Damien Rice; the American director Damien Chazelle; and the British-Irish sculptor and artist Damien Hirst. Other figures in sports, arts, and science also bear the name.

In fiction, Damien Thorn is the central antagonist in The Omen film series, introducing a cultural association of the name with evil. The name also appears in comics and television, such as Damien Darhk, a DC Comics villain, among others.

The name Damien remains in contemporary use, with popularity varying widely by country and time period. It is sometimes found as a surname but is predominantly a given name.