Daemon Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAY-muhn / /ˈdeɪ.mən/Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: spirit; Latin: to tame
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Daemon has roots in ancient Greek mythology, where it referred to a guiding spirit or divine power. In Latin, it is associated with the concept of taming or subduing. The name has evolved in modern usage, sometimes being linked to the term 'demon,' though its original connotations were more benign. Daemon has also been used in various literary and cultural contexts, often symbolizing a complex relationship between good and evil.
Trend Summary
The name Daemon has seen limited popularity in the United States, often associated with niche cultural references.
Similar Names
Variants
- Damon
International Variants
- Damon (English)
- Daimon (Japanese)
Famous people named Daemon
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Daemon was first seen in the United States in 1970. Daemon has ranked as high as #1218 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, Pennsylvania, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Daemon has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Daemon (2024)
State | Births | Share |
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TX | 18 | |
CA | 13 | |
FL | 9 | |
AZ | 7 | |
IL | 7 | |
OH | 6 | |
OR | 5 | |
NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1970 | 9 |
1971 | 8 |
1972 | 7 |
1974 | 13 |
1975 | 13 |
1976 | 11 |
1977 | 12 |
1978 | 10 |
1979 | 5 |
1980 | 8 |
1985 | 5 |
1989 | 7 |
1991 | 10 |
1992 | 14 |
1993 | 14 |
1994 | 16 |
1995 | 13 |
1996 | 24 |
1997 | 26 |
1998 | 26 |
1999 | 36 |
2000 | 49 |
2001 | 40 |
2002 | 51 |
2003 | 47 |
2004 | 52 |
2005 | 60 |
2006 | 46 |
2007 | 46 |
2008 | 54 |
2009 | 42 |
2010 | 53 |
2011 | 46 |
2012 | 58 |
2013 | 51 |
2014 | 48 |
2015 | 51 |
2016 | 38 |
2017 | 44 |
2018 | 56 |
2019 | 63 |
2020 | 39 |
2021 | 52 |
2022 | 80 |
2023 | 158 |
2024 | 135 |