Damian from the Greek name Δαμιανος (Damianos) which was derived from Greek δαμαζω (damazo) "to tame". Saint Damian was martyred with his twin brother Cosmo in Syria early in the 4th century. They are the patron saints of physicians. Due to his renown, the name came into general use in Christian Europe. Another saint by this name was Peter Damian, an 11th-century cardinal and theologian from Italy.
English, Polish, Dutch male name.
Saintly namesake: Peter Damian was an 11th-century Benedictine monk and reformer, remembered for his scholarship and dedication to church reform. He is one of several saints named Damian. (February 21 · 11th century)
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