Damon Bonham

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Damon Bonham — Greek
51K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Damon Bonham is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Damon is a masculine given name of Greek origin. Damon is a masculine given name. It is the English form of the Greek masculine name Δάμων Damōn, derived from δαμάζειν damazein, meaning "to overpower, tame, subdue, conquer". Damon of Athens, 5th century BC Athenian musicologist Damon of Thessalonica, 2nd century BC Macedonian statesman Damon Albarn (born 1968), British songwriter and musician Damon Allen (born 1963), American football player Damon Amendolara, American sports radio host Damon Arnette (born 1996), American football player Damon Bailey (born 1971), American basketball player and coach Damon Beesley, English writer and televisio. The surname Bonham: Bonham is a surname of English and Welsh origin derived from the French phrase, bon homme, literally meaning "good man". Bill Bonham (born 1948), former Major League Baseball pitcher Sir George Bonham, 1st Baronet (1803–1863), British colonial governor and governor of Hong Kong Sir George Bonham, 2nd Baronet (1847–1927), British diplomat, son of the above Helena Bonham Carter, English actress Jack Bonham, Irish footballer, goalkeeper for Watford and Brentford James Bonham (1807–1836), American soldier who died at the Battle of the Alamo Jason Bonham (born 1966), drummer, son of John Bonham Joh. Damon is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 51K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Damon reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Damon

Greek

Damon is a masculine given name. It is the English form of the Greek masculine name Δάμων Damōn, derived from δαμάζειν damazein, meaning "to overpower, tame, subdue, conquer". Damon of Athens, 5th century BC Athenian musicologist Damon of Thessalonica, 2nd century BC Macedonian statesman Damon Albarn (born 1968), British songwriter and musician Damon Allen (born 1963), American football player Damon Amendolara, American sports radio host Damon Arnette (born 1996), American football player Damon Bailey (born 1971), American basketball player and coach Damon Beesley, English writer and televisio.

Surname: Bonham

French

Bonham is a surname of English and Welsh origin derived from the French phrase, bon homme, literally meaning "good man". Bill Bonham (born 1948), former Major League Baseball pitcher Sir George Bonham, 1st Baronet (1803–1863), British colonial governor and governor of Hong Kong Sir George Bonham, 2nd Baronet (1847–1927), British diplomat, son of the above Helena Bonham Carter, English actress Jack Bonham, Irish footballer, goalkeeper for Watford and Brentford James Bonham (1807–1836), American soldier who died at the Battle of the Alamo Jason Bonham (born 1966), drummer, son of John Bonham Joh.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Damon is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 50%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 13%
Canada 11%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Damon by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Damon Bonham

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Damon Bonham:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Damon?
The first name Damon originates from Greek. Damon is a masculine given name. It is the English form of the Greek masculine name Δάμων Damōn, derived from δαμάζειν damazein, meaning "to overpower, tame, subdue, conquer". Damon of Athens, 5th century BC Athenian musicologist Damon of Thessalonica, 2nd century BC Macedonian statesman Damon Albarn (born 1968), British songwriter and musician Damon Allen (born 1963), American football player Damon Amendolara, American sports radio host Damon Arnette (born 1996), American football player Damon Bailey (born 1971), American basketball player and coach Damon Beesley, English writer and televisio.
When was Damon most popular?
The name Damon reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Bonham?
The surname Bonham originates from French. Bonham is a surname of English and Welsh origin derived from the French phrase, bon homme, literally meaning "good man". Bill Bonham (born 1948), former Major League Baseball pitcher Sir George Bonham, 1st Baronet (1803–1863), British colonial governor and governor of Hong Kong Sir George Bonham, 2nd Baronet (1847–1927), British diplomat, son of the above Helena Bonham Carter, English actress Jack Bonham, Irish footballer, goalkeeper for Watford and Brentford James Bonham (1807–1836), American soldier who died at the Battle of the Alamo Jason Bonham (born 1966), drummer, son of John Bonham Joh.
What are the origins of the name Damon Bonham?
The name Damon Bonham combines two different traditions: the first name Damon has Greek roots, while the surname Bonham originates from French.
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