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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: DIE-muhn //ˈdaɪ.mən//
Origin: Greek; Hebrew
Meaning: Greek: 'to tame'; Hebrew: 'a variant of Damon, meaning 'to tame''
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Daimon has its roots in ancient Greek, derived from the word 'daimon' (δαίμων), which refers to a spirit or divine power. In classical mythology, daimons were considered intermediary beings between gods and humans, often associated with guiding or influencing individuals.
The term evolved through various contexts, eventually being adopted into Latin as 'daemon', which retained the connotation of a spirit or supernatural entity. The transition into English occurred during the Middle Ages, influenced by the Latin texts and the burgeoning interest in classical philosophy and mythology.
Historically, the concept of daimons has been significant in various philosophical and religious traditions. In ancient Greece, philosophers like Socrates spoke of a personal daimon, which served as a guiding spirit or inner voice.
This notion persisted through the centuries, influencing early Christian thought where the term 'daemon' was often associated with both benevolent and malevolent spirits. The use of the term in the context of Christianity can be traced back to the New Testament, where it appears in translations as 'demon', reflecting the duality of the concept.
Culturally, the name Daimon carries connotations of guidance and spiritual influence, resonating with the idea of a protector or a source of wisdom. This symbolic significance has allowed the name to endure across various cultures and eras, often associated with individuals who are seen as wise or insightful.
While Daimon itself may not have a widely recognized diminutive form, its historical and philosophical roots contribute to its depth and resonance in literature and spiritual discourse.
Famous people named Daimon
In this section, you will find notable people named Daimon. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Daimon who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Daimon Hellstrom is a comic book character best known for being the Son of Satan, appearing in Marvel Comics.
Daimon Kudo is a Japanese actor best known for his roles in various television dramas.
Fictional characters named Daimon
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Daimon Hellstrom is a fictional character from Marvel Comics. He is the son of Satan and a powerful sorcerer who often battles supernatural threats.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Daimon was first seen in the United States in 1968.
Daimon has ranked as high as #1288 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in California.
In the past 5 years the name Daimon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Daimon is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Daimon was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Daimon (2005)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Daimon.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 8 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2014 | 21 |
| 2013 | 18 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2010 | 26 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2007 | 19 |
| 2006 | 27 |
| 2005 | 22 |
| 2004 | 24 |
| 2003 | 33 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2001 | 25 |
| 2000 | 28 |
| 1999 | 23 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1997 | 18 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1993 | 18 |
| 1992 | 21 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1978 | 18 |
| 1977 | 16 |
| 1976 | 20 |
| 1975 | 19 |
| 1974 | 13 |
| 1973 | 14 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1971 | 12 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1968 | 9 |