Demond Boy

Popularity: #914 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: DEH-mond //ˈdɛmənd//

Origin: English; African American

Meaning: English: 'of the devil'; African American: 'man of the world'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Demond is believed to have roots in the Old French name "Démon," which itself derives from the Latin "daemon," meaning "spirit" or "divine power." This Latin term has its origins in the Greek word "daimon," which referred to a lesser deity or guiding spirit. The transition from these ancient languages into English occurred through various cultural exchanges and the influence of Norman French after the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century.

As the name evolved, it took on various forms and spellings, eventually leading to the modern usage of Demond in English-speaking contexts. Historically, the name Demond does not have prominent figures or milestones directly associated with it, unlike more traditional names that appear in biblical texts or royal lineages.

However, the concept of spirits and divine powers has been a significant theme in various cultures, including early Christian interpretations of demons and angels. The evolution of the name reflects a broader cultural understanding of the supernatural, which has been a recurring element in literature and folklore throughout the centuries.

The name's association with spiritual entities may have contributed to its adoption in various communities. Culturally, names derived from the concept of spirit or divine influence often carry connotations of strength or otherworldliness.

The name Demond may evoke a sense of mystique or power, resonating with traditions that emphasize the significance of names as representations of identity and character. While diminutive forms or variations of the name may exist, such as "Demon" or "Damon," the historical significance of Demond lies primarily in its etymological roots and the cultural narratives surrounding the concepts of spirits and divine beings.

Famous people named Demond

In this section, you will find notable people named Demond. 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 Demond who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Demond who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Demond Wilson is an actor best known for Sanford and Son, The New Odd Couple, and The Devil's Daughter.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Demond, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

DamonDesmondDeAndreDariusDominicDante

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Demond. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

DamonDevonDerrickDenzelDorianDarnell

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Demond was first seen in the United States in 1963.

Demond has ranked as high as #814 nationally, which occurred in 1974, and has been most popular in Louisiana, Illinois, Texas, California, and Georgia.

In the past 5 years the name Demond has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Demond 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 Demond was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

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 Demond.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 24 24 0
2024 15 15 0
2023 20 20 0
2022 25 25 0
2021 18 18 0
2020 27 27 0
2019 39 39 0
2018 36 36 0
2017 34 34 0
2016 50 50 0
2015 47 47 0
2014 32 32 0
2013 48 48 0
2012 49 49 0
2011 52 52 0
2010 56 56 0
2009 67 67 0
2008 71 71 0
2007 76 76 0
2006 79 79 0
2005 70 70 0
2004 82 82 0
2003 85 85 0
2002 81 81 0
2001 106 106 0
2000 122 122 0
1999 116 116 0
1998 105 105 0
1997 108 108 0
1996 110 110 0
1995 88 88 0
1994 101 101 0
1993 105 105 0
1992 107 107 0
1991 87 87 0
1990 84 84 0
1989 88 88 0
1988 77 77 0
1987 57 57 0
1986 80 80 0
1985 81 81 0
1984 67 67 0
1983 101 96 5
1982 95 95 0
1981 122 122 0
1980 168 168 0
1979 191 191 0
1978 222 222 0
1977 232 232 0
1976 293 293 0
1975 317 309 8
1974 423 416 7
1973 416 411 5
1972 403 403 0
1971 10 10 0
1970 6 6 0
1968 6 6 0
1963 5 5 0

Top States for Demond (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
LA 6
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