Damião is a Portuguese version of the general European name Damian. It originates from the Latin name Damianus, which was derived from the Greek word Δαμιανος (Damianos). This Greek name is further rooted in the word δαμαω (damao), which means "to tame."
While primarily used as a given name, Damião can also serve as a family surname. Note that there is no information provided regarding a city by this name in China.