Demian Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDEH-mee-an / /ˈdɛmiən/Greek; Hebrew
Meaning
Greek: 'to tame'; Hebrew: 'the one who is faithful'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Demian is derived from the Greek name Demetrius, which means 'follower of Demeter', the goddess of agriculture. It gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly due to the novel 'Demian' by Hermann Hesse, which explores themes of self-discovery and duality. The name has been used in various cultures, reflecting a blend of ancient and modern influences.
Trend Summary
Demian has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Damian
- Demián
International Variants
- Damián (Spanish)
- Démian (French)
- Damião (Portuguese)
Famous people named Demian
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Fictional characters named Demian
Demian is a central character in Hermann Hesse's novel 'Demian', representing the struggle for self-identity.
Demian is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for his mischievous personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Demian was first seen in the United States in 1966. Demian has ranked as high as #1298 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Arizona, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Demian has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Demian (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 9 | |
| NY | 9 | |
| TX | 8 | |
| CA | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 16 |
| 1969 | 35 |
| 1970 | 64 |
| 1971 | 72 |
| 1972 | 51 |
| 1973 | 57 |
| 1974 | 78 |
| 1975 | 57 |
| 1976 | 54 |
| 1977 | 46 |
| 1978 | 29 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 15 |
| 1981 | 15 |
| 1982 | 14 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 29 |
| 2002 | 32 |
| 2003 | 34 |
| 2004 | 47 |
| 2005 | 45 |
| 2006 | 54 |
| 2007 | 90 |
| 2008 | 67 |
| 2009 | 58 |
| 2010 | 62 |
| 2011 | 62 |
| 2012 | 78 |
| 2013 | 68 |
| 2014 | 70 |
| 2015 | 40 |
| 2016 | 47 |
| 2017 | 47 |
| 2018 | 43 |
| 2019 | 47 |
| 2020 | 46 |
| 2021 | 41 |
| 2022 | 66 |
| 2023 | 60 |
| 2024 | 60 |