The Damian Family Name

Damian is best understood together with Damiani: both are Italian spellings of one family name. It grew out of a personal name: “from the personal name Damiano (Damian)”.

• Before spelling was fixed, Damiani was also written Damian.
• You may also find the name written Damiano.

Family crest and blazon

Heraldry is personal: arms associated with the Damiani surname were borne by specific families, and sharing the name does not mean sharing the blazon. Research your Damian family history with a full surname report and painted coat of arms.